April 18, 2025 by Toba Adedeji, Osogbo
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat of Nigeria has said the recent approval by President Bola Tinubu of its newly established university will significantly contribute to youth development across the country.
Speaking at the opening of the 51st annual Itema held at the NYSC Camp Hall in Ede, the acting national president of the group, Idris Fashina, told journalists that the organisation has been at the forefront of nurturing the younger generation through education.
Fashina dismissed claims that crime is on the rise only in Nigeria, noting that such issues are global and often underreported.
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“We have a comprehensive work plan for youths and children. If we focus on raising responsible children at home, they can become positive change agents in schools and society at large. This is how we tackle restiveness,” he said.
“We believe solely in education and knowledge because the Quran states that ignorance is darkness, in all the states in Nigeria, we have schools even in Ede which are contributing immensely to the country.
“President Bola Tinubu endorsed our newly commissioned Minaret University, Ikirun which was solely built by our members, this will help the body more to contribute to the development of youths nationally and it shows our commitment to coming generations.”
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