Uba Sani Names Qur’anic Centre After Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi

Governor Uba Sani has renamed the Centre for Qur’anic Science at Kaduna State University in honour of Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, the late Islamic cleric who passed away on 27th November.

A statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary, Malam Ibraheem Musa, indicated that the Governor made this announcement during the Maulid celebration of Fityanul Islam.

The statement further noted that the Centre will now be known as the Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi Centre of Excellence for Qur’anic Sciences and Memorisation.

It is recalled that the Governor had promised to immortalise the name of the late Sheikh when he led a 30-member delegation to Bauchi to commiserate with the family of the deceased.

Governor Uba Sani also pledged that his government will establish a foundation to continue promoting the inter-religious harmony for which the learned Islamic scholar was renowned during his lifetime.
Speaking at the Maulid celebration held in Zaria, the Governor urged Muslim faithful to unite in devotion and to “uphold the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), whose message transcends boundaries.”

The statement highlighted that the Governor commended the leadership of Fityanul Islam for their steadfast dedication to peacebuilding and social cohesion. He also expressed appreciation for their prayers and support for his administration and the development of Kaduna State.

According to the statement, Governor Uba Sani reaffirmed his commitment to pursuing inclusive, people-centred governance that leaves no one behind in Kaduna State.

The Governor disclosed that he regularly consults Sheikh Bashir Dahiru, one of the late Sheikh’s sons, on matters concerning Islam and leadership in general.

He added that Sheikh Bashir has emphasised that selfless and effective leadership is anchored in justice, asserting that where there is justice and equity, there will be peace, the statement concluded.