Kigali, MINA – The Muslim World League held a graduation ceremony for 70,000 Quran memorizers in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda in East Africa.
The ceremony was led by the league’s secretary-general, Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa, who is also head of the Organization of Muslim Scholars. The event was attended by ministers, officials, scholars and families of the graduates.
In his opening remarks, Al-Issa highlighted the Muslim World League’s efforts to support Quranic education and assist memorizers worldwide, including protecting them from extremist ideologies and the influence of violent groups.
“The league teaches and educates,” Al-Issa said, emphasizing that all of its activities are carried out in coordination with host governments, Saudi Gazette reported Friday.
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He added that the organization welcomes observers to review the outcomes of its Quranic institutions and centers and to benefit from its international model for Quran memorization, education and student development.
Dr. Abkar Walar Mado, a local coordinator, praised the league’s affiliated academic institutions for nurturing Quran memorizers and instilling values of moderation and balance.
He expressed appreciation for the league’s efforts to strengthen religious awareness in line with Quranic teachings and the traditions of the Prophet, describing the graduates as beacons of moderation.
He also commended the organization’s broader work in promoting peace among nations.[]
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