KIGALI — Secretary-General of the Muslim World League and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa attended a graduation ceremony honoring 70,000 male and female memorizers of the Holy Quran in Rwanda’s capital, Kigali.The ceremony was held in the presence of ministers, officials, scholars and a large gathering of students and families, celebrating graduates who completed memorization of the Quran through educational programs supervised by the league in several countries, particularly across Africa.In his opening remarks, Al-Issa highlighted the league’s efforts in serving the Holy Quran and supporting its memorizers worldwide, including safeguarding them against extremist ideologies and protecting them from falling into the influence of violent organizations.“The league teaches and educates,” Al-Issa said, emphasizing that all its activities are carried out in coordination with, and under the direct supervision of, the governments of the countries in which it operates — a fundamental condition for its work.He added that the league welcomes all parties to review the outcomes of its Quranic institutes and centers and benefit from what he described as a distinguished international model in Quran memorization, education and student development.He stressed that with government oversight, host countries are partners in both responsibility and success.Speaking on behalf of the graduates, Dr. Abkar Walar Mado praised the academic institutes affiliated with the league for nurturing Quran memorizers and instilling values of moderation and balance.He expressed appreciation to the league’s host country, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, describing it as a source of continued support for Islam and Muslims.Mado thanked the league for its efforts in caring for Quran memorizers and enhancing their religious awareness in line with the Quran and the teachings of the Prophet, saying they have become beacons of moderation. He also commended the league’s broader work in promoting coexistence and peace among nations.The ceremony featured a visual presentation outlining the Muslim World League’s efforts in Quran education through its institutes and centers, highlighting memorization and qualification programs and their impact in promoting Quranic teachings.Outstanding memorizers and teachers were honored during the event, with presentations on their educational journeys, achievements and the leadership roles they assumed after graduation, reflecting the influence of Quranic education in fostering excellence and leadership.