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The Amir (National Head) of Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Nigeria on Saturday, 11th and Sunday, 12th October, 2025, paid a spiritually uplifting and welfare-oriented visit to Igala and Lokoja Circuits, Kogi State. At both circuits, members warmly received Amir Sahib and expressed deep appreciation for his visit, describing it as a source of encouragement and spiritual rejuvenation. Members of each Circuit led by their Circuit Presidents and Central/Circuit Missionaries used the opportunity to share some of the progress reports of the Jamaat while not forgetting challenges facing their branches and sought the guidance, continued support and prayers of the respected Amir Sahib. Respected Amir Sahib appreciated the Circuits for the warm receptions, he reiterated directives and guidance of Hazrat Khalifatul Masih V (aba) to the Nigerian Jamaat which are Strengthening Tabligh (propagation) activities across all regions; Renewed commitment to Wasiyyat and ensuring every eligible member participates actively, Working towards the financial independence of the Jamaat; Upholding strict adherence to Nizam-e-Jamaat, and work harmoniously for the successful establishment and growth of Minaret University. He urged members to continue to pray fervently for Allah’s blessings, that all undertakings of the Jamaat and its members become resourceful and impactful. He encouraged members to remain grateful, united, and devoid of bitterness, both in words and actions. He enjoined the Circuits to maintain effective communication of their needs to the national headquarters for productive responses. Amir Sahib further reminded them that Huzur (aba) has approved the establishment of the Ahmadiyya Business Association of Nigeria and that he has challenged the association to seize emerging opportunities within government and the wider economy, and to make meaningful contributions to the development of the Jamaat and the nation at large. In line with Huzur’s guidance, he reminded members that the Jamaat must strive to make a positive impact in governance, and thus encouraged members with the capacity and passion to engage in politics and public service, with the intention of promoting justice, integrity, and the values of Islam. As part of his visit, Respected Amir Sahib extended welfare and condolence courtesies to two respected members of the Jamaat. He paid a get-well visit to Dr. Bala of Ogbagede, who is currently recovering from illness, and also visited Mrs. Yahya, widow of Late Bro. Ismail Yahya, former Commissioner for Special Duties, Kogi State who died recently to offer prayers and condolences. He prayed that Allah would grant them strength, comfort, and ease in their circumstances. Among the entourage of the respected Amir are the National General Secretary Alh. Jabar Ayelagbe, former Naib Amir (Nothern region) and Chairman Humanity First Nigeria, Dr. Y. A Habeeb, Maulvi Nasir Mahmood of Abuja Metropolitan, while Maulvi Nasir Khaleelur Rahman of Lokoja Circuit, Lokoja Circuit President, Igala Circuit President; Malam Muhammed Murtala, among others played a wonderful host.

The Respected Amir Sahib (RAS), Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat of Nigeria, Alhaji (Barr.) Alatoye Folorunso Azeez, today paid a working visit to the Masroor International Technical College (MITC), Ilaro, Ogun State, as part of ongoing efforts to maintain and further improve the standards and quality of the institution. During the visit, the RAS inspected the hostel facilities to assess the condition and overall well-being of the students. He thereafter held a progress review meeting with the school’s management team. In his remarks, the RAS urged the team to remain diligent in their respective roles, noting that their dedication is crucial to the continued growth and success of the institution. He emphasized that the focus must remain on the quality of students with practical impact where students upon graduation will be job creators and not job seekers. He further advised that individual student assessments be regularly conducted to monitor performance and ensure academic and vocational excellence. The RAS also called on the IAAAE team to be swift in addressing all matters of concern relating to the institution, particularly in areas that directly affect students’ learning outcomes and welfare. In his response, Engr. Abdul Waheed Adeoye, Chairman of the Board of Management, expressed appreciation to the Respected Amir Sahib for his consistent support and concern for the institution. He reported that they are working around the clock to ensure total quality in the school, citing that teachers from MITC were recently required to undertake the Compulsory Quality Assurance Assessment (QAA) Test, which they successfully passed to the glory of Allah. He added that the management is equally working towards enhancing students’ productivity to ensure they graduate with the necessary skills to remain relevant and productive in society. The Respected Amir Sahib reiterated the importance of quality assurance and assured the management that other outstanding matters raised during the meeting will be duly considered at the earliest. In the entourage of the Respected Amir Sahib are the former Amir, Professor Mashhud Adenrele Fashola, the General Secretary, Com. Ayelagbe Jabar, AGS Protocol while the team was warmly received by the MITC management Board members led by its Chairman, Engr. Abdul Waheed Adeoye Sahib.

The Amir (National Head) of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria, Alhaji (Barr.) Alatoye Folorunso AbdulAzeez, today paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Lagos State Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), Prince (Dr.) Tajudeen Olusi, MON, OON at his Lagos residence. The visit formed part of the Jama’at’s continued efforts in propagating the peaceful teachings of Islam and fostering strong community relations. In his remarks, the Respected Amir Sahib expressed gratitude for the warm reception by Prince (Dr.) Olusi. He emphasized that Islam, as consistently preached by the Caliph of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community worldwide, is a religion of peace, tolerance, and social justice. He reiterated that the Jama’at strongly rejects violence against persons or government, referencing the numerous addresses of Worldwide head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community to Parliaments and world leaders across the globe. The Amir Sahib also used the occasion to extend a formal invitation to Prince Dr. Olusi to attend the 2025 Jalsa Salana Nigeria, scheduled to hold from 19th – 21st December 2025. In his response, Prince Dr. Tajudeen Olusi described himself as someone with a long acquittances with the Jama’at. He fondly recalled how in the early 1930s, Maulvi Ahmad, a former Amir of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at and then a teacher at Ansarudeen College, Isolo profoundly shaped his understanding of Islamic principles, which have since guided his life. Prince Dr. Olusi expressed appreciation for the Jama’at’s literature presented to him during the visit and, in reciprocity, gifted the Jama’at copies of the Holy Qur’an and some of his authored books. The Respected Amir Sahib was accompanied on the visit by the Former Amir and Secretary Umur Kharijiyya, Professor Mas’hud Adenrele Fashola sahib; the General Secretary of the Jama’at, Alhaji AbdulJabar Ayelagbe; Officer Jalsa Salana, Engr. Kazeem Oluwa; Alhaji Lakunle-Bello; Alhaj AbdulWaheed Adamson; Circuit Presidents of Lagos Island and Alhaj AbdulHakeem Abdulquadri; Ibeju-Lekki Circuit President, Mukarram Nurudeen Jubril; Circuit Missionary of Lagos Island, AGS Special duties and Protocols and other members of the Jama’at.