Bayero University, Kano (BUK), has emerged winner of the maiden edition of the Nigerian Universities Qur’anic Recitation Competition (NUQRIC), with Abdulsamad Bello clinching the overall first position.
The competition, organised by the Centre for Qur’anic Studies, BUK, in collaboration with the Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN), brought together students from various universities across the country.
Speaking at the closing ceremony on Thursday, the Vice-Chancellor of BUK, Prof. Sagir Adamu-Abbas, congratulated the organisers and participants, describing the competition as a celebration of discipline, devotion, and the timeless beauty of divine revelation.
“The Qur’an is not only a book of guidance, but a transformative force that shapes character, revives hearts, and builds responsible citizens,” he said.
He also highlighted Qur’anic principles that promote peace, unity, and accountability in society.
The Vice-Chancellor called on other institutions, governments, and philanthropists to invest in Qur’anic and Islamic education by establishing centres of excellence in universities across the country.
In his remarks, the Director of the Centre for Qur’anic Studies, Prof. Ahmad Murtala, said the initiative aimed to promote Islamic knowledge, particularly Qur’anic memorisation and understanding, among Nigerian university students.
“Our goal is to provide a platform for students to showcase their knowledge and recitation skills, promote healthy competition, and foster positive cooperation,” he said.
He explained that the 2025 edition featured three categories, namely: 60 Hizb, 40 Hizb, and 20 Hizb, adding that future editions would be expanded to include more categories.
The Chief Judge of the competition, Prof. Aliyu Harun, said a total of 54 participants from 19 universities across the country took part in the competition, noting that they exhibited a high level of discipline and expertise in Qur’anic recitation.
In the 60 Hizb category, the winner, Abdulsamad Bello from BUK, received the sum of ₦700,000. The second position went to Usman Ibrahim from Nasarawa State University, Keffi, who received ₦500,000, while the third position was secured by Aliyu Abdullahi-Zubair from the Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, who received ₦350,000.
In the 40 Hizb category, the winner, Usman Faruq-Yahuza from Al-Qalam University, received ₦500,000. Faisal Usman-Abubakar from BUK came second and received ₦350,000, while the third position went to Abubakar Abubakar from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, who received ₦250,000.
In the 20 Hizb category, the winner, Saifullahi Sunusi from the Federal University, Birnin Kebbi, received ₦350,000. The second position was claimed by Sadiq Ahmad from BUK, who received ₦250,000, while Hamza Awaisu from Aliko Dangote University, Wudil, took third place with ₦200,000.
Each of the remaining participants received a consolation prize of ₦20,000.
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