Rawdah Educational Centre, Dandago, Kano, has recently organised a special reception in honour of its member, Jamilu Sarham, on his promotion to the rank of Major-General and his subsequent appointment as the Commandant, Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Kaduna. The event took place at the premises of the centre at Dandago quarters, Gwale local government area, Kano state.
During the reception, the Guest Speaker, Professor Abdallah Uba Adamu, in audio message he sent following his unavoidable absence, advised Sarham to be dedicated to his service and ensure that he takes the Academy to greater heights so that Nigerians and military community will be proud of.
Extolling the virtues and personality of Sarham, Adamu said, “General Sarham is a brilliant, educated, and intelligent Army officer. Since childhood, Jamilu is a person who had been ahead of his peers in school.”
In his remarks, founder of the centre and childhood friend of the General, Professor Kabiru Isah Dandago, spoke extensively about their early life and their struggle to acquire education as well as their initial educational careers.
Wakilin Fuskar Yamma, Alhaji Tanimu Tijjani Bayero, who represented traditional rulers, advised the General to fear Allah in all he does, calling on him to put the interest of the nation above all primordial considerations, assuring him of their maximum cooperation, stressing that their door is always open for elderly advice.
Responding, General Sarham thanked his Community for finding him worthy of the honour, assuring them that he would continue to redouble his effort in promoting and representing the community in whatever position he finds himself.
