The Emir of Dutse, Dr. Hameem Nuhu, has launched the distribution of over ₦10 million in Zakat to support 300 underprivileged individuals in Yayari district, Buji Local Government Area of Jigawa State.
The Zakat, marking the 1446 AH distribution, was raised through community mobilization efforts and aims to uplift the living standards of beneficiaries. Each recipient received between ₦20,000 and ₦35,000.
Speaking at the flag-off event on Saturday, the Emir commended the District Head of Yayari, Alhaji Garba Muhammad, along with the village and ward heads, for their dedication to encouraging Zakat contributions within the district.
He urged the faithful to remain steadfast in fulfilling their Zakat obligations, emphasizing that it is key to societal prosperity and spiritual reward. The monarch also appealed to wealthy individuals across the emirate to emulate the initiative to enhance support for the less privileged.
“This effort is not just about charity,” the Emir stated. “It’s a demonstration of our shared responsibility to uphold Islamic values and promote economic inclusion.”
The Sa’in Dutse, Mahmud Yunusa, praised Yayari for leading in cash Zakat collection across the emirate, ahead of Gantsa and Fagam districts.
Also speaking, Chairman of Buji Local Government Council, Hon. Najibullah Gantsa, lauded the Emir’s leadership and pledged continued support to expand Zakat mobilization efforts.
He noted that the event reinforces the emirate’s commitment to Islamic teachings and the well-being of its people.
