Great Heights Academy Celebrates Qur’an Excellence: Annual Competition Upholds Islamic Values and Moral Fortitude
Great Heights Academy, in its commitment to promoting Islamic values and nurturing moral excellence alongside conventional education, recently held its highly anticipated Annual Qur’an Competition.
The event, which took place on Saturday, June 17, 2023, aimed to recognize and celebrate students’ proficiency in memorizing the Holy Qur’an. Participants showcased their dedication and devotion to the teachings of Islam, competing across four categories based on Hizb divisions.
The competition was organized into distinct categories, highlighting the students’ mastery of specific sections of the Holy Qur’an.
In the 5 Hizb category, Ummukulthum Baba Kalli secured the first-place position with her remarkable recitation skills, closely followed by Amina Sanusi in second place, while Khadija Tukur Galadima earned a well-deserved third-place recognition.
Stepping up to the challenge in the 10 Hizb category, Hayfa Hamza Isa emerged as the first-place winner, captivating the audience with her profound recitation. Zainab Salisu claimed the second-place spot with her exceptional performance, while Hafsa Dodo secured the third-place position.
In the 15 Hizb category, Adama Kaita exhibited remarkable skill and devotion, earning her the first-place honour. Fatima Baba Kalli delivered a stellar performance, securing the second-place position, while Aisha Khalil’s outstanding recitation skills awarded her the third-place recognition.
The competition reached its pinnacle in the 25 Hizb category, where Umaima Mala Bukar mesmerized the audience with her profound recitation, earning her the coveted first-place position. Maryam Baba Manu showcased her exceptional talent, securing the second-place spot, while Fatima Aminu Sa’ad’s devotion granted her the third-place recognition.
Commending the winners and the participants, the school Principal, Hajiya Hussaina Abdul expressed her heartfelt congratulations and appreciation for their dedication to memorizing the Qur’an. She acknowledged the efforts of the Deen Department for organizing the successful competition and announced that the programme would become a termly event to enhance its impact and encourage broader student participation.