Malam Inuwa Academy Celebrates 520 Students’ Achievement in Dual Education System in Hadejia
Malam Inuwa Academy (MIA) has successfully enrolled and trained 520 young students over the past two years, marking a significant milestone in its mission to integrate Islamic knowledge with Western education in northern Nigeria.
The academy’s progress was showcased during a recent Musabaqa and Science Fair attended by Malam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Director General of the National Information Technology Agency (NITDA). Students demonstrated their knowledge and eloquence through Quran memorization, debates, quizzes, and spelling bees — a display that organizers described as “a powerful reminder of what is possible when a community decides to invest in its own future.”
The event highlighted the academy’s commitment to bridging traditional Islamic scholarship with contemporary Western education. Students across all categories participated enthusiastically, impressing attendees with their proficiency in both domains.
In recognition of their achievements, outstanding pupils received bicycles, cash prizes, and other valuable gifts. A particularly notable moment came when the first student to complete the memorization of the entire Quran at the academy received promised awards including a bicycle, computer, cash, and additional gifts.
Commending both the students’ performance and their mentors’ dedication, Malam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi presented cash gifts to teachers, whom he described as “the backbone of the school.” The gesture underscored the vital role educators play in the institution’s success.
Established under the Malam Inuwa Foundation, the academy has drawn praise from community leaders and guests who attended the ceremony. Observers noted that combining Quranic knowledge with Western education represents the most effective educational model for northern Nigeria, equipping young people to thrive in modern society while maintaining their cultural and religious heritage.
“It is always good to be home,” said Malam Kashifu, reflecting on the event in his hometown as 2025 draws to a close. “Mentoring, encouraging, and reminding our children of the importance of pursuing both Islamic and Western education remains one of my ways of giving back to society.”
What began as a modest initiative has evolved into a growing movement. Academy officials say this achievement represents only the beginning of their ambitions for educational transformation in the region.
“Let this inspire you: give back to your hometown, support a child, strengthen a school, build a future,” organizers said in a statement. “The change we seek starts with us.”
The academy’s model offers a template for educational institutions seeking to honor traditional values while preparing students for the demands of a globalized world.
