AMSA

The leadership of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Students’ Association (AMSA), Nigeria, on Friday 26 December 2025 paid a familiarisation visit to the Respected Amir of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria (AMJN), Alhaji Alatoye Folorunso Azeez sahib, during which approval was granted for the relocation of the AMSA National Secretariat to Minaret University, Ikirun (MUI). The meeting commenced at about the recitation of the Holy Qur’an by Hafiz Ahmad Abdul Hameed, after which members of the AMSA delegation were formally introduced by the National President. Speaking at the meeting, the AMSA National President, Hafidh AbdulQudoos Yusuf sahib, expressed gratitude to the Respected Amir for granting the audience. He explained that the visit was aimed at familiarising the newly elected national executives with the Amir sahib, briefing him on the ongoing and proposed programmes, and further strengthening institutional relationships. The President thereafter invited the Vice President (Special Duties), Brother Yusuff Ahmad sahib, to present the administration’s work plan for the year. He stated that the plan was anchored on Jama’at values, intellectual development, and the expansion of AMSA’s presence across campuses nationwide. Five key strategic pillars were outlined, including the establishment of a career linkage platform, the creation of an intellectual forum in collaboration with Majlis Ansar Sultanul Qalam (MASQ), revival of inactive campus branches, upgrade of the AMSA digital portal for effective reporting, and the introduction of an MDU grading system to promote transparency and healthy competition. Other initiatives highlighted included deeper collaboration with MASQ Nigeria in line with the AMSA motto, capacity-building in photography and videography, strengthening prayer culture, fostering stronger ties with the Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya of Nigeria (MKAN), encouraging financial sacrifice, promoting sports development, rolling out digital-first health initiatives, and the establishment of an AMSA Secretariat at Minaret University, Ikirun. Prior to Amir’s response, the General Secretary of AMJN, Alhaji Jabbar Ayelagbe sahib, congratulated AMSA on the successful organisation of its recently concluded Tabligh workshop and commended the comprehensiveness of the work plan. He enquired about AMSA’s financial commitments towards MUI, encouraged sustained financial sacrifice, supported the proposal for the Secretariat at MUI, and advised members to prioritise their academic responsibilities. In his remarks, Amir sahib underscored the strategic importance of AMSA as a vital Tabligh arm of the Jama’at, particularly within tertiary institutions. He observed that while some AMSA campus units were performing excellently, others required renewed commitment, urging members to remain consistent in projecting Islam and the Jama’at positively. He commended the leadership and members for their dedication and planning. Amir sahib formally approved the proposal to relocate the AMSA National Secretariat to Minaret University, Ikirun, and directed the General Secretary to communicate the approval to the Vice-Chancellor of the university. He further disclosed that school fees at MUI had been significantly reduced following engagements with AMSA leadership at Ilorin, while emphasising the need for continued sacrifice to ensure the institution’s growth and sustainability. Endorsing AMSA’s career linkage initiative and collaboration with MASQ, the Amir sahib advised the leadership to engage the National Ta’leem Secretary, Engr. Tajudeen Oladoja sahib, for further guidance and support. On sports development, he recommended collaboration with the Fadl-Omar Sports Academy and stressed that prayer must remain central to all AMSA programmes. He also clarified that AMSA executives were expected to assume office from November 1 annually, encouraged members facing personal challenges to remain steadfast, and highlighted the importance of regular engagement with the National Ta’leem Secretary, who also serves as Chairman of the Scholarship Committee. The Amir sahib further praised AMSA’s partnership with Humanity First International, describing it as a contemporary and effective Tabligh approach. He suggested organising academic competitions as a means of building goodwill with university authorities and informed members of internship opportunities available through the Ahmadi Business Association of Nigeria. He added that the Jama’at remained willing to support graduates in securing employment and assured that land would be made available should AMSA request plots at the permanent site of MUI. The meeting concluded with closing prayers led by the Respected Amir sahib.