The Grand Khalifa of Tijaniyyah in Lagos State, Sheikh Aminullah Akoshile, has praised the Deputy Chief Imam of the National Mosque, Abuja, Professor Ibrahim Ahmad Maqary, for establishing Tazkiyah University in Kaduna, Nigeria’s first female-only university.
In a statement on Thursday, Sheikh Akoshile described the new institution—also the second of its kind in Africa—as a landmark achievement that promotes women’s education while remaining rooted in Islamic values.
Calling Prof. Maqary “a beacon of knowledge, a servant of Allah, and an agent of social transformation,” the Tijaniyyah leader commended his dedication to empowering women through education.
> “This groundbreaking initiative is not just an academic achievement but a divine intervention that will drive educational inclusion for girls and women, particularly in regions where cultural and societal barriers have limited access to higher learning,” Akoshile said.
He stressed that women’s education is a central part of Islam, citing the Prophet Muhammad’s teaching that seeking knowledge is obligatory for every Muslim, male or female. He added that Prof. Maqary’s vision reflected Islamic principles of compassion, justice, and equality.
The cleric expressed optimism that the university would provide women with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel in various fields while contributing to national development.
The Tijaniyyah Movement in Lagos, he said, joins millions of Nigerians in celebrating the milestone and prays for Allah’s continued blessings on Prof. Maqary’s efforts to advance knowledge, morality, and women’s empowerment.
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