10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Watch: Sheikh Mohammed, Sheikh Hamdan meet boy who recited call to prayer at Dubai palace
The Maghrib call to prayer at Dubai's renowned Za'abeel Palace took on a unique touch as a gifted young boy called Nahyan Abdullah Abu Kadra Al Falasi delivered it in a deeply inspiring voice.
Nahyan's visit to the palace highlights the UAE's dedication to nurturing young talents who embrace the country's deep-rooted Islamic traditions.
Nahyan is part of the "Muezzin Al Freej" initiative that aims to strengthen families' role in nurturing national identity and instilling social and Islamic values in new generations by choosing the best voices for reciting the caller for prayer among those aged between 6 and 21 years old.
The name "Muezzin Al Freej" literally means "The neighbourhood's caller to prayer". The effort also aims at fostering children's connection to mosques.
In 2024, the first edition of the drive attracted significant interest, with over 300 young Emiratis participating.
Dubai Media Office shared a video of the caller for prayer recited by young Nahyan. Take a look here:
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— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) March 9, 2025
In a gesture that underscores Dubai leadership's continuing celebration of Emirati heritage, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, welcomed Nahyan at the palace.
After posting the photos, many lauded Sheikh Mohammed and Sheikh Hamdan for recognizing and encouraging the aspirations of young Emiratis who take pride in their faith and traditions.
