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Daily Express
16 hours ago
- General
- Daily Express
Uphold good image of Sabah, IPDAS grads told
Published on: Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Published on: Tue, Aug 12, 2025 Text Size: Hajiji accompanying Musa and other guests in a group photo with the recipients of special awards. Kota Kinabalu: Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Musa Aman said graduates of the Institute of Islamic Studies and Dakwah Sabah (IPDAS) serve as religious ambassadors, successors to the mission of dakwah and a source of hope for the community. Therefore, he reminded the graduates to always uphold the good name of Sabah wherever they are, as the ethics and knowledge gained from IPDAS serve as a light guiding the community. Advertisement 'IPDAS has succeeded in providing a strong foundation and understanding, producing preachers who can foster harmony within the community with wisdom and discernment,' Musa said in his speech at the 19th IPDAS Convocation Ceremony at the Sabah International Convention Centre, Monday. Also present were Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor and State Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Dr Mohd Arifin Mohd Arif. Musa said since its establishment, IPDAS has played a significant role in promoting the message of Islam in Sabah, having produced high-quality preachers and spreading charitable work throughout the State, which is renowned for its diversity of ethnicity, culture and language. At the same time, Musa reminded the graduates that their success was not solely the result of their own efforts, but also the sacrifices of their parents, lecturers and fellow students who worked hard to provide moral and material support. He also expressed his satisfaction at the rapid progress achieved by IPDAS, both in physical infrastructure and academic development, which has contributed to a more comfortable and conducive campus environment. He said the hard work and sacrifices of parents in supporting their children's success stem from the belief that, at the end of their efforts, lie priceless blessings and honour. 'Highest appreciation and congratulations to the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) for their unwavering commitment to supporting the development of IPDAS and upholding the image of Islam in Sabah as a whole,' he said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Sun
a day ago
- Politics
- The Sun
IPDAS graduates urged to uphold Sabah's reputation as religious ambassadors
KOTA KINABALU: Yang Dipertua Negeri Sabah Tun Musa Aman emphasised that graduates of the Sabah Islamic and Dakwah Institute (IPDAS) serve as religious ambassadors and bearers of Islamic propagation. He urged them to uphold Sabah's reputation wherever they go, as their acquired knowledge and ethics should illuminate their communities. Tun Musa highlighted IPDAS's success in producing skilled preachers who engage society with wisdom and compassion. He spoke at the 19th IPDAS convocation ceremony held at the Sabah International Convention Centre. Present were Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar and Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. Tun Musa noted IPDAS's 46-year legacy in nurturing Islamic values and producing high-quality preachers across Sabah's diverse ethnic and cultural landscape. He reminded graduates that their achievements stem from collective efforts, including parental sacrifices and academic support. He expressed pride in IPDAS's rapid physical and academic growth, enhancing campus welfare. Tun Musa commended parents for their dedication in ensuring their children's success, acknowledging the priceless blessings behind their struggles. He also praised JAKIM for its commitment to IPDAS's development and the elevation of Islamic teachings in Sabah. - Bernama
