The University of Karachi conferred honorary doctorate degrees (Honours Causa) on eminent Islamic scholar and orator Dr. Zakir Naik. He was conferred the honor at a special convocation ceremony held at the Sindh Governor’s residence in Karachi.
This information was informed in the report of The News on Thursday. News from Jio News.
According to reports, the honorary degree was conferred by Sindh Governor Kamran Tesori, who is also the Chancellor of the University of Karachi.
He said, this honorary degree as a recognition of service for Islam. given to Naik.
Speaking at the convocation, Governor Tesori said, Dr. Naik has successfully participated in many debates on various issues related to Islam. He expressed hope that Dr. Naik will continue to propagate Islam with utmost devotion and commitment.
Consulate General of different countries, Chairman of Sindh Higher Education Commission Dr. Tariq Rafi, Vice Chancellor of Karachi University. Khalid Iraqi, Mufi Abdul Rahim were present. Besides, the dean and senior faculty members of the university were also present.
Dr. Zakir Naik is currently staying in Pakistan as a state guest. Dr. until October 28. Zakir Naik will stay in Pakistan. During this period he will hold rallies in different cities of the country. Earlier, he held a meeting with top government officials including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Apart from this, he has already held a rally in Karachi. Besides, he is scheduled to give a speech in Lahore on October 12-13 and Islamabad on October 19-20.
