Governor Radda Urges Vigilance Against Bandits and Criminal Elements

Katsina Times 

In a recent address, Katsina State Governor Mallam Dikko Umaru Radda emphasized the ongoing need for vigilance against bandits and criminal elements. The governor made this plea during the inauguration of three Islamiyya schools generously constructed by philanthropist Alhaji Abubakar Dardisu Wambam Mani.

These schools, situated in Yammama, Malumfashi, Mani Town, and Muduru, Mani Local Government Area, symbolize the collective commitment to education and community development. Notably, the Islamiyya school in Yammama was dedicated to the late father of Governor Radda, Bare-bari Umaru Radda, while the one in Muduru was named after his mother, Hajiya Safara'u. The school in Mani was named in honor of the Emir of Katsina, Abdulmumini Kabir.

Governor Radda assured the communities of comprehensive government support for educational endeavors, acknowledging Alhaji Abubakar Dardisu's noble gesture. Inspired by Dardisu's selflessness, the governor emphasized the importance of the Gwagware Foundation, dedicated to garnering divine rewards through charitable acts.

Expressing gratitude for the philanthropist's commitment to uplifting communities through education, Governor Radda encouraged residents of Yammama, Mani Town, and Muduru to utilize and maintain the newly inaugurated schools, underscoring the significance of education in community progress.

During the inauguration, Alhaji Murtala, a member of the board of trustees of Dardisu/Fatimah Foundation, highlighted the facilities within the schools, including classrooms, toilets, administrative blocks, and boreholes. The Foundation's dedication to education extends beyond these projects, with over sixty Islamiyya schools and two hundred boreholes already established across the state. Additionally, the Foundation provides essential support such as feeding programs, scholarships, and medical assistance to the less privileged.

Islamic scholar Dr. Jamilu Yusuf Zarewa emphasized the importance of Sadaqah and proposed the construction of revenue-generating shops to sustain the schools. He urged Muslims to contribute to the cause, emphasizing the profound impact of collective charity in serving the community's needs.

The commissioning of these Islamiyya schools marks a significant stride towards enhancing educational access and fostering community resilience against prevailing challenges.