As Ramadan Begins, Saudi Arabia Donates 50 Tons of Dates to Kano, other Northern States
As Ramadan begins on Saturday, the Consulate General of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Kano held an official ceremony to distribute 50 tons of dates to the Kano State Government and northern Nigerian states as part of its annual humanitarian relief efforts.
The initiative, facilitated by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), aims to support vulnerable families across the country and strengthen the deep-rooted ties between the two nations.
During the ceremony, the Consul General of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques in Kano, Nigeria, Khalil Admawy, conveyed the Kingdom’s dedication to humanitarian causes.
He expressed his profound gratitude to King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for their unwavering support in providing aid to Muslims and underserved communities worldwide.
He reiterated that Saudi Arabia remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering Islamic solidarity and providing relief to those in need.
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He further explained that this year’s distribution includes 50 tons of dates for Abuja, which took place last week, and another 50 tons for Kano and some northern Nigerian states, with ongoing arrangements to deliver them. This continues Saudi Arabia’s tradition of assisting Nigeria through humanitarian donations.
He equally noted that the initiative represents the Kingdom’s broader mission to uplift Muslim communities, alleviate suffering, and promote unity, particularly during significant religious periods such as Ramadan. He also highlighted that the launch of the Iftar Programme, scheduled to take place during the holy month of Ramadan in Abuja, is another humanitarian gesture by King Salman bin Abdulaziz.
The Consulate, in collaboration with local authorities and humanitarian organizations, will ensure the proper distribution of the dates so that they reach the most vulnerable families in various regions of Nigeria.
Since the establishment of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) in 2015, with the support of 175 United Nations member states, the center has completed and delivered more than 2,500 projects valued at over $7 billion, benefiting 91 countries.
Lastly, the Consul General prayed for Almighty Allah’s protection for both countries and their rulers.
By PRNigeria
