The Ma’hdu Diraasaatul Qur’an Wal – Lugha, Lagos, is set to host world Arabic language day celebration.
This is contained in a press release signed by Tajudeen Balogun, the event’s Publicity and Media Relations Coordinator, on Tuesday.
The occasion, according to the host and Mudir of the Arabic and Islamic Studies institute, Al-Imam (Dr) Ridwan Ibrahim, is to showcase the richness and relevance of the Arabic language – in academic, religion practice and daily human interactions.
Balogun disclosed that to mark the event, the institute is hosting a public lecture on the day’s theme: “Arabic: A Universal Language”, on Sunday, December 15, 2024.
The lecture is to be delivered by Al-Ustadh Nasir Alabi, Head Teacher, Centre for Islamic Re – Awakening, Lagos.
The session is expected to hold at Mosadi Oluwa Islamic Centre, 4, Adeokun street, Ekore bus stop, Oworonsoki, at
10:00am.
The Chief Host of the event according to the release, is As-Sheikh Sa’eed Salman.
Teachers and students of Arabic, language experts, Muslim faithful and individuals who seek knowledge are expected to attend the event.
The World Arabic Language Day is celebrated on December 18, annually.