Humanity

The Deputy Governor of Ogun State Alh. (Engr.) Noimot Oyedele – Salako has eulogized the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at for her giant strides in the promotion of peaceful coexistence among the human race. This she said has made the fold to be a leader in the propagation of the real tenet of Islam. The Deputy Governor made this known while playing host to the leadership of Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at during a courtesy visit. Engr. Noimot recalled how she got a gift of Islamic literature from the Jama’at as a Form 1 student, in her secondary school days. She also mentioned to the delight of her guests her participation in one of the International Conference (Jalsa Salana) in London, United Kingdom. Oyedele while stressing on the need for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at members to always be good ambassadors of Islam and promote the message of love the fold is well known for, recounted the true brotherhood gesture she enjoys from some of her friends in the Jama’at. She specifically referred to Jama’at elders like Alhaji & Alhaja Sunmonu and Dr. Nurudeen Akindele as her models and mentors. While reacting to the speech of the Amir, the Deputy Governor highlighted various plans and programs of the present administration to add a resounding facelift to the socio-economic status of the State, an improvement on the state of security, advancement in educational standard and also infrastructural development. The Deputy Governor stressed that the request from the Amir for the reconstruction of Papalanto/Ilaro road and completion of ongoing Owode/Ilaro road has been identified by the administration. She affirmed that the government of Prince (Dr.) Dapo Abiodun has perfected plans to use the Executive Order earlier signed to facilitate the Papalanto/Ilaro road through Public-Private Partnership (PPP). The Deputy Governor then promised to use her office to facilitate a familiarization meeting with the Governor as requested by the Amir. On the invitation to the Annual Conference of the Jama’at holding at Ilaro on 21st through 22nd December, the Deputy Governor promised her guests to be part of the spiritual exercise. Earlier in his address, the Amir Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at Nigeria, Alh. (Barrister) Abdul-Azeez Folorunso Alatoye congratulated the Governor and the Deputy on their victory at the poll and charged them to make Almighty Allah their guard in the administration of the Gateway State. The Amir highlighted the trio of Peace, Justice and Social Welfare as the cardinal message of Islam the Jama’at activities globally. 50 members of the Jama’at which includes Maulvi Afzaal, the Missionary in charge, Alh. Bankole, the Naib Amir Finance and Administration, Alh. Abass .O. Iromini, the General Secretary, the Sadr Majlis Ansarullah (President, Elders Forum) Engr. Abdul Waheed Akanji Adeoye, the Sadr Majlis Khuddam (President, Youth Wing)Engr. Saheed Kunleola Aina, Dr. Nasirudeen Bello, the Branch President Abeokuta, Dr. (Mrs) Mulikat .O. Salaam, the immediate past University Librarian FUNAAB, Pharm. Alhaja Akindele, (Mrs) F. Y AbdusSalaam were at the Deputy Governor’s office.

Perturbed by the high rate of early marital break-ups among young couples within the Jama’at, the Amir (National Head) of Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at Nigeria, Alhaji (Barr.) Alatoye Folorunso Azeeez has hinted that the parents, especially the fathers cannot absolve themselves from blame on the problem. The Amir made the assertion at the 44th Annual National Ijtema (Convention) of the Majlis Ansarullah Silsila ‘Aliya Ahmadiyya Nigeria (Elders’ Forum) held at Bells University of Technology, Ota, Ogun State. He opined that the genesis of the incessant marital conflicts and divorce could not be unconnected to the unruly and unimaginable behaviours of some fathers who maltreat and disrespect their wives in the presence of the young ones. According to him, all Ahmadi parents are expected to live above board in matters relating to harmonious marital life, adding that it is incumbent on all members to be tolerant and train their wards in the Islamic way of life. His words: “Marital crises among young couples in the Jama’at is a concern to the management.  It is rampant these days, hence the need to collectively proffer solution.  The character of some Ansarullah members towards their wives is extremely terrible and appalling.  To make matters worse, these behaviours are being displayed in the presence of the young ones who are yet to marry.’’ ‘’Let us get this right.  The way we treat our wives is the same way our sons will treat their wives, and the response our wives give us is the same response our daughters will give their husbands.  We as fathers should be good and kind to our wives.  Let us all reform ourselves and set good examples for our children.  Above all, let us be tolerant with our wives.  Majlis Ansarullah is like the brain box of the Jama’at.  We are the fathers of all.  Let us transform ourselves first so as to transform the nation.  Excellent and moral behaviours should be our qualities.  Let us always obey the instructions of Khalifah to get things done progressively.  And let us uphold respect for the rules and regulations of the Jama’at.’’ Inner Reformation: Key to Real Ethical Revolution The Amir speaking on the theme lecture titled: “Inner Reformation: Key to Real Ethical Revolution” highlighted that some of the impediments to reformation can be linked to the strength of resolve and will-power to implement reformation in practice.  These impediments, according to him, are Environmental influence, family influence, non-challant attitudes, correlation between habit and practice (smoking, drinking, etc.), keeping immediate and short-term matters in view, classification of sins as major and minor, human relations and customs as well as whole family reformation. To reform our daily practices, Amir said members must instill in themselves three-fold aspects of character which are: the strength of resolve, correct and proper knowledge, and strength to implement.  He added that the strength to reform others can only occur after individual self-reformation. ‘’Our triumph is not in subjugating anyone nor indeed is it to attain worldly objectives.  It is to make the world submit to God and His Messenger.  The state of reformation of practices is the same.  Some people have to instill strength of resolve, some are in need of strength to implement but for some, the burden is too much and for them, the society has to play its role, Jama’at has to play its role, the auxiliaries have to play their role,” Barr. Alatoye submitted. Self-Reformation is highly critical The Sadr (Head) of Majlis Ansarullah Nigeria, Engr. Abdul Waheed Akanji Adeoye implored elders of Ahmadiyya Community to reform themselves properly before delving into revolutionizing the world. He said: “As believers in and followers of the Reformer raised by Allah for this age, we have the herculean task of revolutionizing the entire world, so that, not only the whole of mankind might recognize the only Creator of the entire universe but also imbibe and live by the nature and spirit of this Creator.  But this we cannot effectively and successfully accomplish the task except we ourselves are properly and adequately reformed; both individually and collectively.” Other Faith-Inspiring Lectures The three-day programme also featured thought-provoking and faith-inspiring lectures delivered by scholars within the Jama’at and these include: “A True Caller to God: Holy Prophet(SAW) as an Excellent Model,” delivered by Muallim Muhammad Qasim Oyekola; “Our Home, Our Future” by Alhaji Abdul Ganiy Oladipupo; “Excelling in Doing Good,” by Barrister Muhammad Bashir; “All of Us Need a Model” by Maulvi Naseem Butt;” and “The Need for the Imam,” by Muallim Abdul Hadi Babarinde.  Darsul Hadith, Darsul Quran, Malfoozat, Shoora (Deliberation) and Health Talk on Diarrhoea Disease and Ischemic Heart Disease also took place. Educational Events Educational events such as Quran Recitation Competition, Qaseedah Competition, Speech Contest, Quiz Competition and sporting events like 100m Race, Power pull, Table Tennis and concentration Race, were also held. Free Medical Camp: Another highlight of the Annual Ijtema is the Free Medical camp where 843 members of the public benefitted from Blood Pressure Checks, Fasting and Random Blood Sugar Checks, Visual Acuity Test, Free Reading Glasses, Health and Nutritional Counselling.  The medical camp was held at the Primary Health Centre Iju, Ogun State. Other Personalities at the Ijtema Other dignitaries at the event include: the Chief Imam of Ota, Imam Muhammad Sidik Buhari; Commissioner of Police Ogun State represented by SP Omikunle Abdul Waheed; Acting Missionary In-charge, Maulvi Adnan Tahir; Naib Amir Finance & Administration, Alhaji Mufadhil Bankole; Naib Amir Tabligh & Tajneed, Dr. Busari Abdul-Lateef; Naib Amir Ta’leem & Tarbiyya, Alhaji Tajudeen Onabanjo; General Secretary AMJN, Alhaji Abbas O. Iromini; immediate Past Amir, Dr. Mashhud A. Fashola; Sadr Majlis Khuddam Nigeria, Engr. Saheed Aina and immediate past Naibeen Amir. Over 2,400 members of the auxiliary body across the country attended the gathering.

Amir’s visit to Abuja Circuit & Inspection of Proposed Site for Humanity First Hospital in GWAGWALADA, Abuja.