BATU KAWA: The Ma’al Hijrah 1447H Celebration and Thanksgiving Prayer on Saturday at Surau Darur Rahman, RPR Phase 2 Batu Kawa was embraced with a deep sense of gratitude and reflection.

The event, jointly organised by Surau Darur Rahman and Wanita PBB N14, also marked the reappointment of Senator Dato Ahmad Ibrahim for a second term in the Dewan Negara representing Sarawak.

The evening also included a recitation of Al-Fatihah in remembrance of the late Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tuanku Bujang.

The event was graced by the presence of Penghulu Sariee Mansur, community leaders of the Islamic faith, councillors from Padawan Municipal Council, officers from the Kuching District Office, local residents, surau committee members, PBB members, as well as friends and supporters of the Senator.

Also in attendance was guest speaker Ustaz Wan Lukmanhakim Wan Sajali, who delivered a tazkirah (religious talk) on the spirit of Hijrah, self-reflection, and strengthening of faith in facing modern-day challenges.

In a brief interview, Dato Ahmad expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the renewed trust given by the Sarawak Legislative Assembly to continue serving as Senator.

“Hijrah teaches us the meaning of positive transformation. Therefore, I see this appointment as a new Hijrah phase in my journey of service and responsibility to the people of Sarawak and Malaysia as a whole,” he said.

He also extended his deepest appreciation to the organisers for hosting a gathering that fosters brotherhood, strengthens unity, and nurtures religious values within the local community.

The ceremony concluded with a thanksgiving prayer and light refreshments, marked by a warm sense of togetherness and a shared hope that the new Hijrah year will bring greater blessings, prosperity, and success for all.-UKASnews