Morocco Distributes Copies of the Holy Quran to the Muslim Community in Gabon During Ramadan
In a spirit of devotion coinciding with the tenth of Ramadan, the Hassan II Mosque in the Gabonese capital hosted a ceremony for the delivery of a Moroccan gift for the Muslim community, consisting of a significant quantity of copies of the Holy Quran.
The initiative was overseen by the Moroccan Ambassador to Gabon, Abdullah Sbeihi, in commemoration of the anniversary of the late King Mohammed V’s passing, reflecting the spiritual and symbolic significance of this occasion in Moroccan consciousness.
The copies of the Quran were received by Gabon’s Grand Imam, Tijan Babagana, in the presence of religious and civil figures, including Rashid Mbadinga, head of the Mohammed VI Foundation for African Scholars in Gabon, alongside members of the community.
The Moroccan ambassador stated that this step is a practical expression of continued solidarity with Muslims in Gabon, particularly during Ramadan, emphasizing that the Kingdom prioritizes support for religious and cultural ties and promoting a model of Islam based on moderation and coexistence.
He also highlighted the strength of relations between Rabat and Libreville, noting the role the mosque plays in enhancing spiritual and cultural communication between the two countries and in spreading values of peace and tolerance within Gabonese society.
For his part, the Grand Imam expressed gratitude for this initiative, asserting that it addresses the community’s needs during a month characterized by sharing and generosity and reflects Morocco’s role in promoting moderate Islamic values in the African space.
