Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al Al-Sheikh signed a Memorandum of Understanding today in Jeddah with the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA). The Nigerian delegation was represented by NSCIA member Sheikh Al-Hajj Yahya Abu Bakar and several officials from both sides.
The MOU aims to enhance cooperation between the two countries in promoting Islam and its values, raising the cultural level of Muslims and conducting training courses for imams and preachers in Nigeria, focusing on preaching and teaching the Arabic language.
The agreement encompasses a wide range of areas, including mosque affairs, construction, maintenance, and restoration, as well as the preparation, training, and qualification of mosque staff. It also involves the exchange of expertise in electronic preaching and combatting websites promoting violence, extremism, and disrespect towards Islam, thereby ensuring a comprehensive and effective collaboration.
The agreement inc
ludes provisions for ‘Serving the Holy Qur’an and the Prophetic Sunnah,’ which involves providing NSCIA member Sheikh Al-Hajj Yahya Abu Bakar with publications from the King Fahd Complex for the Printing of the Holy Qur’an and the Translation of its Meanings. Furthermore, it involves exchanging invitations to participate in memorization and recitation competitions of the Holy Qur’an and having judges participate in related competitions held in both countries.
Source: Saudi Press Agency