Sultan of Sokoto Urges Youths to Reject Political Violence

During the centenary celebration of the Az-Zumratul Adabbiyatul Kamaliyyah School of Arabic and Islamic Studies in Ilorin, Kwara State, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, cautioned Nigerian youths against being recruited as political thugs or bandits for political or financial gains. He urged young people to resist exploitation for violence, emphasizing the importance of peace and security.

The Sultan also called on Nigerians to pray for their leaders, including the President and state Governors, and highlighted that Allah is the ultimate source of solutions to the country's challenges. He encouraged Muslims to show love and kindness to their neighbors, regardless of religious differences.

The event was attended by notable figures, including the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, and Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, who announced a donation of ₦180 million to support the school. The Governor praised the late Sheikh Muhammad Kamalud-deen Al-Adabiy for his contributions to Islamic scholarship.