Yoruba-English Quran Translation Launched in Nigeria
Dr Dauda Awwal has launched what he describes as the world’s first comprehensive Yoruba-English Quran translation.
Yoruba is an official language of Nigeria, with over 16 million speakers.
The project, called the Global English-Yoruba Quran 4-in-1, features the original Arabic text, full transliteration for proper pronunciation, Yoruba translation with high linguistic accuracy, and English translation enriched with commentary, Hadith references, biblical comparisons, and scientific insights.
“This is the first time in history that all these elements are coming together in a single Quran.
“For over a century, Yoruba-speaking Muslims have lacked a complete, authentic Quranic reference in their language. This project will bridge that gap,” said Awwal, a graduate of Muhammad Ibn Saud University in Riyadh.
Awwal also announced the launch of “My First 13 Surahs for Children,” a colorful, interactive edition designed for children aged five to ten. It includes Arabic, Yoruba, and English translations of 13 short chapters, with illustrations, worksheets, mobile app integration, and audio-visual recitations to support early Islamic education.
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The scholar plans to print and freely distribute five million copies of the children’s edition across four continents: two million in Africa, and one million each in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Digital formats will also be made available through mobile apps and e-books.
“We’re inviting global sponsors, Islamic organizations, and philanthropists to partner with us in this historic project,” Awwal stated. “This is not just a book. It is a cultural legacy and a tool for interfaith understanding.”
Source: Punchng.com
