KOTA KINABALU: Head of State 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.
“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 here today.
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Musa said that 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 that 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.
