Panji: The Sarawak government, through the Islamic Education Bureau, will channel RM1 million to the Muslim Welfare Organisation Malaysia (PERKIM)'s Institut Dakwah Islamiah (IDIP) for the construction of a new male students' hostel. Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stated that the hostel aims to provide a more comfortable and secure living environment for male students pursuing their studies at the institute.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Abang Johari emphasized the need for a new male hostel with enhanced security, as the existing facilities for female students are already satisfactory. He announced that the Sarawak government, through the state Islamic Education Bureau, will contribute RM1 million towards the construction of the new hostel. Additionally, a contribution of RM20,000 will be made to PERKIM Kelantan. This announcement was made after the 29th IDIP Certificate Presentation ceremony at Kompleks Islam Jubli Perak Sultan Ismail Petra, Panji.

During the ceremony, 104 graduates received certificates, including 39 recipients of the Basic Certificate in Islamic Studies (SAP) and 65 recipients of the Certificate in Islamic Studies (SPI). Abang Johari, who also serves as PERKIM president, highlighted IDIP's focus on knowledge as a foundation for building a pious, virtuous, and competitive society.

He further noted that IDIP has become a leading platform in producing dakwah cadres skilled in conveying Islamic teachings effectively to the community. The institute also emphasizes leadership development and professional skills to ensure its graduates can meet modern challenges while maintaining Islamic values.