The Saudi Arabian authorities have distributed 50 tonnes of dates to Kano state and other northern part of the country.
A similar donation of 50 tones have been distributed in Abuja.
The donation, according to a statement by the Embassy in Abuja, was part of its annual humanitarian relief programmes.
The initiative, facilitated by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), aims to support vulnerable families across the country and strengthen the deep-rooted ties between the two nations.
The Consul General of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques in Kano, Khalil Admawy, conveyed the Kingdom’s dedication to humanitarian causes during the official ceremony to distribute (50 tones) of dates to Kano State Government and northern Nigerian State.
The statement reads in part: “He expressed his profound gratitude to King Salman bin Abdelaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for their unwavering support in providing aid to Muslims and underserved communities worldwide.
“He emphasized that Saudi Arabia remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering Islamic solidarity and providing relief to those in need.
“He further explained that this year’s distribution includes 50 tones of dates for Abuja which took place last week and another 50 tones for Kano and some northern Nigerian States which arrangements are ongoing on to deliver it to them, continuing Saudi Arabia’s tradition of assisting Nigeria through humanitarian donations.
“He noted that the initiative represents the Kingdom’s broader mission to uplift Muslim communities, alleviate suffering, and promote unity, particularly during significant by the custodian of the two Holy Mosques to King Salman bin Abdelaziz religious periods such as Ramadan indicating that the launching of IFTAAR PROGAMME which has been scheduled to take place no dr3 Month of Ramadan in Abuja is another humanitarian gesture by Saudi king Salman bin Abdelaziz.
“The Consulate, in collaboration with local authorities and humanitarian organizations, will ensure the proper distribution of the dates so that they reach the most vulnerable families in various regions of Nigeria.
“Since the establishment of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre(KSrelief), in 2025, with the help of 175 members of the united nations, the center has completed and delivered more than 2500 projects valued at moer$7 billion, benefitting 91 countries.
“Lastly, the consul General asked the Almighty Alah’s protection for the both countries and their rulers.”
