The Sokoto State Government has disbursed N95.4 million to support the maintenance of Juma'at mosques throughout the state.
Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, through the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Bello Goronyo, made the announcement during an event at the Sultan Muhammadu Maccido Institute for Qur'anic and General Studies on Wednesday.
A total of 87 mosques benefited from the funds, which were divided into three tiers: 20 mosques received N500,000 each, 17 mosques got N400,000 each, and 50 mosques were allocated N300,000 each.
The funds cover the maintenance expenses for August, September, and October. However, the disbursement had been delayed due to some mosques not having bank accounts, causing logistical challenges.
Governor Aliyu emphasized that this initiative aligns with his administration’s 9-point agenda, which includes the promotion of religious activities. In his remarks, Sultan Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar commended the gesture and called on other states to emulate such efforts. He urged the mosque committees to use the funds responsibly, reminding them of their accountability to God.
The Commissioner for Religious Affairs, Dr Jabir Maihula, revealed that the state government is also constructing over 35 mosques across the 23 local government areas of the state, encouraging committees to ensure the mosques remain conducive for worship.
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