President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih praised the numerous contributions to national development by the alumni of Majeediyya School, stating that the nation had benefited every day since the school's inception. He made the remarks while speaking at the special function held to commemorate the 95th anniversary of the school.
Majeediyya School was established on April 19, 1927, as the first government school in the Maldives under the name of Madhrasathul Salaahiyyaa. First Lady Fazna Ahmed, Vice President Faisal Naseem, senior government officials, members of the school management, and alumni joined the president at the function held to commemorate the occasion.
Speaking at the function, President Solih emphasised that the Maldives is commemorating the successes of the school's continued efforts over the past 95 years to produce valuable young people. He also recalled the invaluable services rendered by the late Hussain Salahuddin, the founder of Majeediyya School, which marked the beginning of institutional education for Maldivian youth. He highlighted the priority accorded by parents to ensure quality education for their children and spoke about how the national education system had evolved. He noted that the establishment of Madhrasathul Salaahiyyaa marked the commencement of education on a national level.
Highlighting the development of the education sector over the years, President Solih spoke about the phases of progression and the many prejudices that had to be overcome. He stated that the education system today recognises the right of every child to quality education and that the law requires the state and parents to ensure early childhood education and primary schooling for every child.
Furthermore, President Solih also described Majeediyya School as an institution representing pride and dignity in its pursuit of educational excellence. He stated that the institution is a proud legacy of the heritage of the Maldives and that the national duty is to faithfully and safely pass it down through the generations as a valuable national treasure. He said that Majeedhiyya School has produced young people for every sector of national development. He also said that members of the school's alumni continue to serve in every industry and level, rendering invaluable services in various capacities.
At the function, President Solih celebrated members of the Majeediyya School staff who had served the school for over 25 years and presented plaques of appreciation. First Lady Fazna presented plaques of appreciation to staff who have served for over 20 years, while Vice President Naseem presented plaques to private partners who have supported the school over the years.