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Sponsor Mass Wedding for the poor, clerics urge Northern Governors

By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna

In a display of unity, Northern religious leaders from both Muslim and Christian communities in Northern Nigeria have expressed their appreciation to the Kano State Government’s recent initiative to sponsor mass weddings.

They praised Kano state government saying the move, they believe, would help alleviate the challenges faced by unmarried couples during these trying times and reduce instances of premarital relationships.

Kano state Governor, Abba Yusuf received the commendation from the religious leaders for his efforts, as Kano State Government stepped in to cover a dowry of N50,000 for each groom, widows and divorcees were among the wedded couples.

A prominent Islamic scholar Alaramma Ibrahim Musa, founder of Madarasatul Lauhil Qira’atul School in Kaduna, who represented the Northern religious leaders, made the call in conjunction with others to the 19 Northern states governors.

They also urged the governors to replicate this initiative to combat the financial burden on couples due to the high cost of traditional weddings.

Ibrahim Musa highlighted the comprehensive support provided to the newly wedded in Kano, which includes provision of essential items like beds, bedding, food and clothing.

“Each bride was also granted a set of beds, along with mattresses, pillows, and a N20,000 financial boost to start a business. It is anticipated that this government intervention will significantly ease the path to marriage for countless young couples.

“Similarly Pastor Dr. Yohanna Buru, General Overseer of the Christ Evangelical and Life Intervention Ministry in Kaduna, echoed the sentiments of his fellow religious leaders.

He pointed out that many Muslim and Christian couples in the North yearn to wed but faced financial barriers, leading to extended periods of courtship.

Pastor Buru expressed believes that similar initiatives across the Northern states could address this issue and prevent moral and social challenges arising from delayed marriages.

“This laudable initiative can also have a broader societal impact. Pastor Dr. Buru emphasized the potential of the initiative in reducing societal vices associated with postponed marriages and improve the economic well-being of families.

Collectively, the Northern Nigerian religious leaders also urged well-off individuals to support young couples seeking marriage by providing vocational training to equip them for a more stable future with their partners and families.

As Kano celebrates its newly wedded couples, they stressed the importance of patience and understanding in marital relationships for a harmonious and fulfilling life together.

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