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Respected Amir sahib of Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria, Alh. Barrister Alatoye Folorunso AbdulAzeez sahib led the Eid prayer at Tahir Mosque, Ojokoro, Lagos. In his sermon, he encouraged Muslims to sustain their spiritual growth and uphold the transformations they experienced during Ramadan in their daily lives.
The Board and Management of Minaret International University Foundation Celebrates Minaret University Approval with Courtesy Visit to the National University Commission March 10, 2025 Following the Nigerian government’s approval for the commencement of Minaret University; granted at the Federal Executive Council meeting in Abuja on March 3, the Jama’at delegation, led by the esteemed Amir Sahib of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria, Alhaj Alatoye Folorunso AbdulAzeez sahib paid a courtesy visit to Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu; Executive Secretary of the National University Commission and the Management of the Commission. The delegation expressed deep appreciation and extended its goodwill for the approval of the university promising quality university education. Responding, the Executive Secretary said Minaret as the name suggest stands out in any environment and nothing less is expected knowing Ahmadiyya for quality and standards. He promised the support of the Commission at anytime it is needed. Accompanying the Amir Sahib were several distinguished dignitaries, including the former Amir; Professor Mash’ud Adenrele Fashola; Naib Amir for Finance and Administration, Alhaj Mufadil Bankole Sahib; Naib Amir for Tabligh and Tajneed, Dr. Abdul Latif Busari Sahib; former Naibeen Amir, Dr. Y. A. Habeeb and Dr. Abdul Ganiy Enahoro Sahib; Vice Chancellor Designate, Professor Abdullahi Abdur Rahman Sahib; Maulvi Nasir Ahmad Sahib; the Circuit President, Abuja, Alhaj Ahmed Sanusi and Prof (Mrs) Munirat Habeeb among others.
Amir sahib, Alhaji Alatoye Folorunso AbdulAzeez, led a delegation to attend the Janazah of Alhaja Falilat Anike Oriyomi Salako, the mother of the Honorable Minister of State for Health, Dr. Isiaq Salako. In his remarks, Amir sahib expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Minister and his family, acknowledging the late Alhaja Falilat as a devoted follower of the Imam of the Age. He highlighted the significance of her passing in the holy month of Ramadan, describing it as a divine blessing and a testament to a life well spent. Dr. Isiaq Salako, in his address, thanked Allah for the timing of his mother’s passing, stating that he could not have wished for a better moment than during the sacred month of Ramadan. He shared that it had been one of his prayers, as it would serve as a spiritual reminder for him, particularly as a government official, to remain steadfast in the teachings and practices of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W). Accompanying Amir sahib in his entourage were the Missionary In-Charge, Maulvi Adnan Tahir; Naib Amir (Finance & Administration), Alhaj Mufadhil Bankole; Sadr Majlis Ansarullah, Alhaj Daud Raji, Muhtamim Muqam Bro Ibrahim Adeosun who also represented the Sadr Majlis Khudammul Ahmadiyya Nigeria, among others. The event concluded with a closing prayer led by Amir sahib.
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat of Nigeria has said the recent approval by President Bola Tinubu of its newly established university will significantly contribute to youth development across the country. Speaking at the opening of the 51st annual Itema held at the NYSC Camp Hall in Ede, the acting national president of the group, Idris Fashina, told journalists that the organisation has been at the forefront of nurturing the younger generation through education. Fashina dismissed claims that crime is on the rise only in Nigeria, noting that such issues are global and often underreported. He emphasised that education remains a key tool in addressing societal unrest and criminality.
In a bid to support Muslim Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) living in El-Miskin Camp, Jere Local Government Area, Maiduguri Metropolis, Borno State, North-East Nigeria, Humanity First, in collaboration with Humanity First Germany and Canada, has provided over 29,000 meals to the IDPs. The program was designed to assist Muslim faithfuls observing their fasts during the month of Ramadan under challenging circumstances. The Camp Chairman, Muhammad Hashim, expressed appreciation for Humanity First Nigeria’s efforts, noting that the camp houses over 7,000 individuals from more than 1,500 families, divided across 21 districts. One of the camp residents, Bukar Bulama, shared that he fled Mungonu LGA over eight years ago due to insurgency. Despite his desire to return home and resume farming, the area remains insecure. He noted that life in the camp became even more difficult last year when it was hit by devastating floods. “I am grateful to Humanity First for providing Iftar meals during Ramadan. It has been a great relief to us. However, we still face challenges, especially with accessing clean water,” Bukar appealed. His sentiments were echoed by other camp residents who also appreciated the continued support of Humanity First.Speaking on behalf of Humanity First Nigeria, Mr. Abdul-Qadir, the Team Lead Disaster Relief and program, stated that the provision of food to victims of floods and terrorism in El-Miskin Camp aligns with the organization’s culture of prioritizing human welfare, regardless of ethnic or religious background. He further explained that the current meal distribution is the second phase of efforts to support the victims in Maiduguri, with the first phase conducted in September 2024, immediately after the flood disaster. “Humanity First has been supporting victims of disasters all over the world, and this year we are proudly celebrating 30 years of serving mankind,” Mr. AbdulQadir added. Through consistent efforts like these, Humanity First continues to bring hope and relief to communities torn apart by conflict and natural disasters. SignedMr. Abdul-QadirAbdul RafiTeam Lead, Disaster Relief and Program
We thank Almighty Allah for making us one of the beneficiaries of those that completed this year’s Ramadhan. I pray that it is a year of transformation for each one of us and a great source of the transformation of our society and our country. Year 1446 Ramadhan or 2025 comes to an end with the sighting of the crescent of the month of Shawwal, which signals the end of Ramadan and the dawn of Eid-ul-Fitr. On behalf of Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria, I extend profound felicitations to the Muslim community in Nigeria on our successful completion of the Ramadan fast and auspicious ushering into the festive day of Eid-ul-Fitr of the year 1446 or 2025. This year, we receive the blessings of the guidance of His Holiness; Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (May Allah be His Helper) which will be the main focus of this message. In the part of the Holy Qur’an that teaches about Ramadhan is a verse revealed to the Holy Prophet Muhammad (saw) thus: وَاِذَا سَاَلَکَ عِبَادِیۡ عَنِّیۡ فَاِنِّیۡ قَرِیۡبٌ ؕ اُجِیۡبُ دَعۡوَۃَ الدَّاعِ اِذَا دَعَانِ ۙ فَلۡیَسۡتَجِیۡبُوۡا لِیۡ وَلۡیُؤۡمِنُوۡا بِیۡ لَعَلَّہُمۡیَرۡشُدُوۡنَ ﴿۱ Meaning: ‘And when My servants ask thee about Me, say: ‘I am near. I answer the prayer of the supplicant when he prays to Me. So they should hearken to Me and believe in Me, that they may follow the right way.’’ (The Holy Qur’an, 2:187) Prayers is a means of nearness unto Allah as his friend which is achieved in the month of Ramadhan. If this is continued after Ramadhan, the transformation achieved during Ramadhan will also continue to benefit mankind. Invariably, most people revert to the old ways of doing things after Ramadhan. Therefore, our advise at this Eid ut Fitr is to encourage us to stick to those transformations through prayers and good deeds. In His Friday Sermon of 7th March 2025, His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (May Allah be His Helper) admonished us on: He said that “with the start of the month of Ramadan, one’s attention is drawn towards prayers, because this is a month where prayers are especially accepted. Generally, people are more drawn to the mosques and attendance increases as compared to other times in the year. God says that during Ramadan, He closes the gates of hell, chains Satan and opens the door of Paradise.” His Holiness(aba) said that some may think that it is only during Ramadan that they must offer supplications and that it is only during this time that their prayers will be heard. However this is not the right mentality. Allah the Almighty has drawn increased attention towards prayers during Ramadan so that it may become a lasting habit for the rest of the year as well. Hence, it is not enough to simply offer prayers and attend the mosque solely during Ramadan. The Holy Prophet(sa) said that one who supplicates in the nights of Ramadan to fulfil their rights of their faith and for the sake of blessings then their previous sins are forgiven. When a person tries to make these virtuous habits a regular part of their lives, then their attention will increase during Ramadan towards these things.” In essence, we should Continue the act of fervent prayers after Ramadhan as Allah accepts prayers after the month of Ramadhan and not only in the month of Ramadhan. If this is done, we will achieve nearness unto Allah and obtain His divine blessings. We must love Allah for our prayers to witness quick acceptance. Man is prone to make mistakes; however, Allah the Almighty is very Gracious and Merciful. As such, He has given us an opportunity to renew our vows during Ramadan to act according to God’s commandments for the rest of the year as well. Ramadan is for one to attain guidance, and that is not something that can be established just for one month; rather, guidance is something which is meant to be permanently established. Since humans are forgetful, Allah has made Ramadan a recurring time, each year, so that people may be reminded about their duties and rights owed to God and the rights owed to His creation. In the above verse, where God refers to ‘My servants,’ it means those who hold God to be their Beloved – not just for a month but throughout the year. True lovers are those who adhere to everything their beloved says. One can be disappointed with worldly love, but by loving God, one can never be disappointed and finds nothing but continuous benefit. Hence, we should strive to beseech God for His nearness. We should not only pray for things of our own benefit; rather, we should also pray to attain nearness to God. We should pray that God grants us His nearness, enables us to make supplications that are granted acceptance, grants us a rank of His approval, and that He accepts our fasts. When we do this, then we will be saved from making mistakes even after Ramadan; rather, we will be granted the continuous ability to do virtuous deeds. Special attention has also been drawn towards reciting the Holy Qur’an. The Promised Messiah(as) said that there are more than 700 commandments in the Holy Qur’an. A true believer not only recites the Holy Qur’an, but they search for those commandments and then make every effort to implement them. Complete belief entails complete obedience to God’s commandments and the teachings of His Messenger (sa). As a result, God becomes a person’s Friend, as it is stated in the Holy Qur’an, ‘Allah is the Friend of those who believe.’ This nearness to God is something that never ends; rather, it only increases. Hence, during Ramadan, we must try to attain this rank and consider that if, after Ramadan, we regress and do not offer supplications as we did during Ramadan and do not strive to attain the nearness of God, then how can God become our friend? God has established certain conditions for the acceptance of prayer: being His servant, being sincere to Him and sincere in prayer, considering Him to be the Fountainhead of
As a mark of appreciation to the hosting community, the Amir led a powerful delegation to the Olu of Ilaro and Paramount ruler of Yewaland and Chairman of Ogun State Council of Oba, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle at his palace in Ilaro. Other members of the delegation included Engr. Umar Ahmad, Alhaji Mufadhil Bankole, the General Secretary, Alhaji Abbas Iromini and Chief Imam of Ilaro Central Mosque, Alhaji Mustapha Adewunmi. The Amir expressed gratitude to His Royal Majesty for his support to all AMJN initiatives in Ilaro, particularly the recently concluded Annual Jalsa Salana 2024 at Ilaro and the ground breaking ceremony of Masroor International Technical College. The delegation also highlighted the significance of the College’s first Matriculation Ceremony, which coincided with their visit. Oba Olugbenle expressed his appreciation to the Ahmadiyya Community for the visit and its commitment to fostering development in Ilaro. He equally acknowledged the importance of MITC and encouraged the founders to promote the institution among the youths in Yewaland. The first-class traditional ruler complimented the visit with a tour of the college facilities and donated old computer systems to embrace training resources. He reiterated the importance of providing alternatives for students who may not excel academically, emphasizing the role of vocational training in shaping future leaders.
The IAAAE Africa Project Manager, Engr. Umar Ahmad has enjoined the matriculating students to embrace honesty and dedication as their guiding principles throughout their academic career and chosen profession. “Where you are all sitting today as newly admitted students, I was there in 2010 to commence my technical education journey. I can assure you that you are going to enjoy the career. Technical education is the way forward globally. There are ample of opportunities in this line. In order to make headway in the profession, you all need to make honesty and dedication as your guiding principles,” Umar Ahmad stated.
The Matriculation Lecture titled: “Redirecting the Economic Consciousness of Nigeria Youth: The Skill Alternative was delivered by Tpl. Ajasa Abdulrahman Taiwo Ph.D., the Head Department of Transportation, Planning and Management, Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, Ogun State. He identified some of the core challenges the Nigerian youth faces and these include: low skills level, unemployment, poverty, insecurity and stunted economic growth. Dr. Ajala opined that these problems and challenges which are hindering the progress of the nation can only be tackled by embracing and funding technical education in the country. Some of the benefits and importance of vocational training and skill development, according to him are: job and wealth creation, self-reliance and self-sufficient, employ-ability, industrial and socio-economic growth, and significant contribution to labour productivity and the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP). He also charged the government at all levels to promote handwork and crafting in primary schools’ curriculum, improve power supply, embrace career guidance to enlighten parent and students, embrace monetary reward to vocational and technical skilled personnel, and most importantly, the need for Tetfund to extend its service to technical colleges.
The Amir (National Head) of Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria, Alhaji (Barr.) Alatoye Folorunso Azeez, while making his speech as the special guest of honour at the matriculation ceremony, reiterated that MITC is determined to produce graduates who will be job makers and not job seekers. Barr. Alatoye stated that MITC is a unique citadel of learning within the Ahmadiyya Community worldwide approved by the Supreme Head, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad with the sole aim of adding value to humanity in general. He appreciated the efforts of Nigeria branch of International Association of Ahmadi Architects and Engineers (IAAAE) headed by the Naib Amir (Deputy Head) Finance and Administration, Alhaji Mufadhil Bankole, for diligent and successful supervision of the Technical College project. His words: “Today is a day of joy for us within Nigeria Jama’at of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, starting a program by way of matriculation at Masroor International Technical College (MITC), a unique citadel of learning approval by our Supreme Head. Courses to be offered are not theoretical studies but practical studies because we aim to provide sound technical education.” Our students will be trained to be technically and economically competent apart from being educationally competent. The aims and objectives of the college is to ensure skills acquisition and empowerment. Our graduates are expected to be job creators and not job seekers. Applications are open to qualified candidates of sound character and learning potentials irrespective of backgrounds, tribes, religions or languages. In other words, admission is purely on merit.” “Knowledge in life is one of the best gifts Almighty Allah gave to humanity. With knowledge we are all given abundance of privileges. The knowledge that is given to humanity is beyond Artificial Intelligence. AI will only replace those who are not technically sound and viable,” the Amir submitted.
For more than one hundred years the Ahmadiyya Muslim community has been leading a peaceful revival of Islam. From the time it was founded in India in 1889 it has enjoyed an unrivalled record for peace and for its efforts to build cohesive societies.
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