Knowledge. Character. Service. A Better Future.
IET Sokoto serves the community through Da'wah, education and human welfare: Tafseer and trainings, a school, welfare support, scholarships and Awqaf.
FAITH · EDUCATION · SERVICE · COMMUNITY IMPACT
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Book the IET Hall
The IET Hall at the IET Sokoto Centre, Kalambaina Road, hosts Tafseer, trainings, conferences and community events. Book it for your lecture, seminar, workshop, Walimah or meeting.
Hall bookings support IET's Awqaf: income from the hall helps sustain IET's programmes.
Beacon of Hope International Academy
Academic excellence, Qur'an, good character and practical skills, under one roof at the IET Centre. "Achieving Excellence Together."
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What's happening at IET Sokoto
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Education, faith and service, held together
From the IET Sokoto Centre on Kalambaina Road, a Waqf for over 60 years, IET Sokoto works across Islamic education, Da'wah, welfare, outreach, scholarships, a school, investment and Awqaf. Learning shapes character, character shapes service, and well-managed endowments keep that service going.
Our programmes
IET Sokoto across Sokoto State
The IET Sokoto Centre is on Kalambaina Road, opposite Dankani Guest Inn Hotel, Sokoto. Highlighted areas show where IET's reported programmes have taken place.
Beyond Sokoto, IET Sokoto has also trained teams from Kebbi, Katsina, Jigawa and Zamfara States.
Our impact
Give Zakat, Sadaqah or Waqf
Your giving feeds families, keeps Tafseer and trainings running, and supports scholarships. Each kind of gift is kept in its own fund and used only for its purpose.
Pay your Zakat
The obligatory alms on wealth above the Nisab. Current Nisabin Zakka: .
Give Sadaqah
Voluntary charity for food aid, Ramadan iftar, Qurbani, scholarships and Tafseer.
Support the Waqf
A lasting endowment. The IET Sokoto Centre itself has been a Waqf since the 1960s.
About Islamic Education Trust, Sokoto
جمعية الوقف الإسلامي للتربية والإرشاد
DA'WAH · EDUCATION · HUMAN WELFARE
Established in Nigeria in 1969, an Islamic non-governmental organisation committed to serving Muslim communities. For more than five decades, IET has worked to promote knowledge, faith, service and positive community development.
Who we are
IET was established in Nigeria in 1969, with its headquarters in Minna and branches in Sokoto, Yola, Lagos and Abuja.
IET Sokoto is based at the IET Sokoto Centre on Kalambaina Road, opposite Dankani Guest Inn Hotel. The Centre is a Waqf property, dedicated since the 1960s. For over 60 years it has served the Ummah as a centre for Islamic education, Da'wah, moral upbringing and humanitarian service.
Its Tafseer Hall hosts weekly and Ramadan Tafseer, trainings and daurahs. From there IET runs programmes for volunteers, Imams, students and partner agencies across Sokoto and Kebbi States.
A well-fed, healthy, educated and socially balanced society.
To serve the needy through essential support in feeding, healthcare, education and general wellbeing, while advancing Islamic knowledge, education and community development.
Key objectives
- Promote authentic Islamic knowledge and understanding
- Promote effective Da'wah and public enlightenment
- Build individual and institutional capacity
- Develop sustainable community initiatives through Awqaf and investment
- Advance quality education and character development
- Support vulnerable and disadvantaged people
- Promote peaceful coexistence and social responsibility
Where we work
Da'wah
Public enlightenment, Islamic learning, interfaith engagement, capacity building
Education
Schools, scholarships, training, character development, learning
Human Welfare
Food support, healthcare assistance, orphans and vulnerable people, community welfare
Branches: Sokoto · Yola · Lagos · Abuja
Founding Trustees
May Allah SWT grant them Jannatul Firdaus.
Board of Trustees
How IET Sokoto is organised
Committees lead each area of work and report monthly to the Wakeel.
Scholarship
Local and international scholarships, sponsors and beneficiaries.
Ta'aleem & Dauraat
Plans and runs the year's Da'wah programmes.
Awqaf & Investment
Manages and develops IET's endowments and investments.
Trainings & Capacity Building
Courses, workshops and mentorship, with IET HQ Minna.
Welfare & Empowerment
Support and empowerment for people in need.
Calendar & Moonsighting
Announces Islamic dates, Ramadan and Eid.
Women in Da'wah
Women's Islamiyya, Tafsir and outreach for women and girls.
School Advisory
Guides Beacon of Hope International Academy.
Committee structure as proposed for 2026.
IET Sokoto structure
IET Sokoto management team
Volunteers
IET Sokoto runs on the commitment of qualified volunteers in engineering, health, law, accounting, education and Islamic studies.
IET Sokoto Centre master plan
A proposed plan for the Centre: mosque, school (Nursery, Primary and Secondary), Tafsir hall, hostel, sports areas, a commercial Waqf area, and space for a library and ICT training.
Concept drawing. Proposed buildings are not yet built.
Special appreciation: early supporters of IET Sokoto
May Allah grant them Jannatul Firdaus.
- His Eminence, Late Sir Siddiq Abubakar III, the 17th Sultan of Sokoto
- Late Alh. Usman Faruk, Jarman Gombe, Governor of North-Western State
- Late Sheikh Haliru Binji
- Late Imam Faruku Yabo
- Late Alh. Danjumma Ilo
- Late Alh. Baba Gusau
- Late Sheikh Buhari Ridwan
- Late Khadi Usman Muhammad Gusau
- Late Prof. Muhammad Habibu Tambuwal
- HE Alh. Ibrahim K. Aliyu OFR mni, former Deputy Governor of Kebbi State
- Late Sidi Mamman Asarakkawa
- Alh. Idris Koko, Madawakin Gwandu
- Alh. Abdullahi Yawa
- Dr. Abdullahi Shehu Sokoto
- Hakimin Baiti
- Alh. Ahmad Barade
Partners we work with
Our programmes
Choose a programme area to see what it offers, then open any programme for full details and to apply, register or make an enquiry.
Overview
What it covers
From our reports
Beacon of Hope International Academy
Building character, nurturing faith, developing skills and preparing the leaders of tomorrow.
Welcome to Beacon of Hope Int'l Academy
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to Beacon of Hope Int'l Academy (BHIA), Sokoto.
At Beacon of Hope, we believe that true education goes beyond academic achievement. Our mission is to nurture the mind, character, faith, and talents of every child, preparing them to become confident, responsible, and productive members of society.
We are committed to providing a balanced education that combines academic excellence with sound Islamic knowledge, Qur'anic memorisation, moral and character development, and practical skills acquisition. Through the study and memorisation of the Qur'an, our learners are encouraged to develop a strong relationship with their faith, while our academic programmes equip them with the knowledge and critical thinking skills needed to succeed in a changing world.
We also place strong emphasis on skills acquisition and practical learning, recognising that our children need more than classroom knowledge to thrive in the future. We seek to discover and develop their talents, creativity, confidence, entrepreneurship, and practical abilities, enabling them to become self-reliant and contribute meaningfully to their families, communities, and society.
At BHIA, every child is valued as a unique individual with great potential. We provide a supportive and disciplined environment where learners are encouraged to learn, explore, create, ask questions, develop good character, and strive for excellence.
We are grateful to our parents and guardians for entrusting their children to us. We believe that the best educational outcomes are achieved when the school, parents, and community work together with a shared commitment to the development of the child.
Our aspiration is to raise a generation that is academically sound, grounded in Islamic values, connected to the Qur'an, rich in character, equipped with practical skills, and prepared to become responsible leaders of tomorrow.
At Beacon of Hope Int'l Academy, we are not only educating children; we are building character, nurturing faith, developing skills, and preparing the leaders of tomorrow.
Usamatu Usman
The Director
Beacon of Hope Int'l Academy (BHIA), Sokoto
Learning, growing and achieving together
Every lesson counts
Small groups, child-sized furniture, bright learning walls in English and Arabic, and teachers who sit with every child.
A safe, spacious school at the IET Centre
Shaded verandas, open courtyards and a secure, fenced compound on Kalambaina Road, Sokoto.
Academic calendar
Week-by-week plan for the First Term, plus the dates of all three terms.
Our school sections
Nursery
Early development, language, social skills, creativity and first Islamic learning.
Nursery sectionSecondary
Subject learning, critical thinking, responsibility, leadership and preparation for further study.
Secondary sectionMore than exam results
We nurture the mind, character, faith and talents of every child, so they become confident, responsible and productive members of society.
For families
Term dates for 2026/2027 are below. Curriculum, exam bodies and fees will be shown once the school confirms them.
What children learn
Subjects and curriculum will be listed once the school confirms them.
Classroom life
Academic calendar 2026/2027
First Term Academic Calendar and term durations. The current week is highlighted automatically.
First Term: week by week
| Week | Dates | Activity |
|---|
Notable date: Thursday 1 October 2026, Independence Day (public holiday). From week 2, the school week runs Sunday to Friday.
Term durations
Admissions
How to apply for a place in Nursery, Primary or Secondary.
How to apply
- Send an enquiry
Use the form below or call the school.
- Collect the forms
The school tells you what documents to bring.
- Assessment and visit
Your child meets the teachers.
- Offer of a place
You receive the decision and next steps.
Fees, deadlines and requirements will be published by the school.
Common questions
Which ages do you admit?
Age ranges for each section will be published by the school.
What documents are needed?
Usually a birth certificate, passport photos and the last school report. The school will confirm the list.
How much are the fees?
The fees policy will be published here once approved.
Student life
Learning, faith, character and growth beyond the classroom.
Islamic learning
Islamic studies, good manners and daily practice as part of school life.
Qur'an and Tajweed
Recitation and memorisation, where offered.
Leadership and mentorship
Responsibilities and guidance that build confidence.
Creative activities
Art, writing and presentations, where offered.
Sports
Games and physical education, where offered.
Student welfare
Care for every child's safety, health and wellbeing.
Each activity will be confirmed by the school before it is listed as offered.
Parents and guardians
Announcements, term dates, school policies and contacts.
Announcements
School announcements
Resumption dates, events and notices from the school will appear here.
Term dates
School policies
- Uniform and supplies list
- Attendance and punctuality
- Behaviour and discipline
- Safeguarding and child protection
Each policy will be available to read and download once approved.
School gallery
Moments from BHIA. Photos are published only with parental consent.
Prayer times
· · Sokoto time (WAT) · Prepared and sponsored by IET Sokoto
Nisab values
Current values prepared by IET Sokoto. Each value follows from the price of one gold dinar.
| Month | Dinar | Nisabin Zakka |
|---|
Values are prepared by IET Sokoto as guidance, based on the price of gold at the time of calculation. Consult a qualified scholar for personal rulings.
Shown exactly as IET publishes them.
Islamic calendar
Hijri dates here are estimated. IET confirms the start of each month by the official moon sighting in Nigeria.
Large number: Hijri day. Small: Gregorian date. Fridays shaded; today outlined.
Key dates ahead
| Occasion | Hijri | Expected date |
|---|
All dates are estimates until confirmed by moon sighting.
News and events
Lectures, Tafsir, workshops, school events and announcements from IET Sokoto.
Stories from IET Sokoto's 2025 annual presentation and the July 2025 – June 2026 quarterly report.
Source: IET Sokoto reports (2025 annual presentation and July 2025 – June 2026 quarterly report).
Waqf and giving
A Waqf is an asset set aside permanently for charity. The asset is kept; its income funds good work year after year. The IET Sokoto Centre itself has been a Waqf since the 1960s.
An asset is endowed
Land, a building, or funds are dedicated for a charitable purpose and never sold.
It is managed carefully
Trustees manage the asset so it produces lasting income.
The income serves people
Returns support education, scholarships and community needs, now and later.
Three ways to give
- Zakat: the obligatory alms, for those whose wealth is above the Nisab
- Sadaqah: voluntary charity, at any time
- Waqf: a lasting endowment
Each kind of gift is kept in its own fund. Approved bank details and online giving will be listed once authorised by IET.
IET Hall
Book the IET Hall for your lecture, training, conference or event. Bookings support IET's Awqaf.
Book the HallGive to a cause
You can choose General support, Education, Scholarships, Welfare, Outreach, Awqaf or the Academy.
Zakat calculator
Check whether your wealth is above the Nisab and estimate your Zakat at 2.5%. Uses IET's current Nisab: .
This calculator is guidance only. Zakat on livestock, crops and other assets has its own rules. Consult a qualified scholar for your situation.
Our impact
Across three reporting quarters, IET Sokoto delivered 22 programmes in capacity building, Da'wah and welfare, reaching thousands of people in Sokoto and Kebbi States.
2025 at a glance
Ramadan Support 2025: who was helped
Advocacy visits 2025 by group
IET Sokoto also coordinated scholarships for students of Fatima College of Nursing, Sifawa and others, supported Beacon of Hope Academy, and worked with districts and Islamic organisations on education, welfare and community empowerment.
Source: IET Sokoto annual presentation, 2025.
Latest figures
Source: IET Sokoto Consolidated Quarterly Report, Q3 2025 – Q2 2026 (July–September 2025, January–March 2026, April–June 2026).
Programmes by quarter
Activity nearly doubled between Q3 2025 and Q2 2026, driven by an expanded training partnership with the Kebbi State Zakat, Sadaqa and Waqaf Board.
Where the effort went
| Area | Programmes | Contact hours |
|---|---|---|
| Education & capacity building | 14 | 265 |
| Da'wah & Tafseer | 4 | 62 |
| Welfare & support giving | 4 | Counted in people served |
Publications and media
Reports, prayer timetable posters, photos and videos.
Sokoto prayer timetable poster
The official monthly poster, prepared and sponsored by IET Sokoto.
View timetableAnnual and programme reports
Reports will be published here once approved.
Lectures and Tafsir recordings
Videos load only when you tap them, to save data.
Press releases
Official statements from IET Sokoto.
Photo gallery
Work with us
We welcome people and institutions who want to support Islamic education and community development in Sokoto.
Careers at IET and the Academy
Teaching and staff vacancies will be posted here with closing dates.
Current vacancies
Contact IET Sokoto
Call us, or send an enquiry and we will reply.
Call or WhatsApp
+234 803 486 6489 +234 806 791 8095 +234 703 795 0995 +234 814 609 8878 +234 803 433 7000IET Sokoto Centre
Kalambaina Road, opposite Dankani Guest Inn Hotel
P. O. Box 130, Sokoto
Sokoto State, Nigeria
IET Hall
A venue for lectures, trainings, conferences and community events at the IET Sokoto Centre, Kalambaina Road, opposite Dankani Guest Inn Hotel, Sokoto.
About the hall
The IET Hall (Tafseer Hall) sits on the IET Sokoto Centre, a Waqf property for over 60 years. It is home to IET's weekly and Ramadan Tafseer and hosts trainings for students, Zakat and Waqf agencies, government teams and Islamic organisations.
Events we host
- Lectures, Tafseer and Islamic programmes
- Trainings, workshops and capacity building
- Conferences, seminars and graduations
- Walimah and family events
- Meetings of organisations and associations
Booking guidelines
- Book at least one week ahead; we confirm availability by phone or WhatsApp.
- All events must be in line with Islamic values and the purpose of the Waqf.
- Charges depend on the date, duration and setup; we will share them when we confirm your booking.
- Organisers are responsible for keeping the hall clean and returning it as they found it.
Recent events in the hall
Privacy notice
How IET Sokoto collects and protects your information, in line with the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023.
What we collect
Only what you give us in a form: your name, phone number, and details of your enquiry. For admissions, your child's name and the section you are applying for.
Why we collect it
To reply to your enquiry and, for admissions, to process your application.
How long we keep it
Retention periods will be set by IET and published here.
Your rights
You can ask to see, correct or delete your information by contacting IET.
Safeguarding and child protection
Our commitment to the safety and dignity of every child and vulnerable person in our care.
The safety and dignity of every child and vulnerable person in our care comes first.
- Photos of children are published only with recorded parental consent.
- Children's full names are never shown with their photos.
- Staff and volunteers follow a code of conduct.
- Concerns can be reported confidentially to a named safeguarding lead.
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