AUGUST 2017 | VOLUME 3, ISSUE 8
MKAN ATFAL/ Sadr, Attends Muhasib NASRAT IVC Oyo ,osun /kwara Attend Germany Ghana Jalsa Ijtema ,kogi ,ondo,rivers AUGUST 2017 PAGE 2 Sadr, Muhasib attend Germany Jalsa
Members of the Majlis also met a man (Fahem adr, Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Nigeria, Nasir) who said he spent 10 years in Nigeria before Engr Saheed Aina and the Muhasib, Bro. Abdur relocating to Germany with his family and spoke Rahman Musa attended Ahmadiyya Muslim S well of Maulvi Abdur Rasheed Agboola, met with Community, Germany Jalsa Salana 2017 held between the Sadr MKA Deutschland in his office and 25th and 27th August, 2017. discussed bilateral relations between the two Among places visited include: Baitul Sabuh Mosque, Majlis. He shared their challenges and the strategies Frankfurt; MTA International and German Studios at they are adopting in dealing with them after which Jalsa Gah; Jamia Ahmadiyya, Deutschland; Welmer Park Majlis was presented with a gift of glazed Masih and Germany National Museum Building at Frankfurt. Minaret. The MKAN representatives also and met Besides, the MKAN Representatives also met son with the Amir, Germany, Abdullah Wagausher, (Usama Qureshi) of one time Amir and Missionary-in- who explained the 100-mosque project, a task Charge of Nigeria, Maulvi Qureshi, who greeted given to them by the fourth Khalifah – to be representatives in Yoruba Language fluently. MKAN building four mosques yearly. According to him, members also partook in the event of raising the Jama'at they have been able to and country ag on Saturday and Sunday at the Jalsa build 52 mosques so far Notable among Amir's advice is the utilization of Venue. Also MKAN graced a Nikkah of Jamia Nigeria’s Jalsa Gah for Agriculture between students which was conducted by Huzur (atba) on 28th August, 2017. January and November prior to December period. e Sadr MKA-Nigeria also presented AYAAG Photobook to him. AUGUST 2017 PAGE 3
e Sadr MKA Nigeria was taken round the facilities of the MTA international and MTA German studios in Jalsa Gah Karlsruhe, from the cameras, graphics and control rooms. He shared his concerns especially with the delay in airing Nigeria’s AYAAG events after more than a year. Both countries also discussed how they can have cross- fertilization of ideas especially with respect to the graphics’ capability of MKAN Isha’at Department.
Meanwhile, at the premises of Baitul Suboor Mosque sited the Khuddam Complex. is complex houses the office of the Sadr, Hasanat Ahmad, the Mulk and State Officers. All property of the Majlis were also kept there. e Nigeria’s Representatives also checked out the Mal and Muhasib Offices in the complex and noted that the only paid Majlis staff works in this department. e Ahmadiyya Information Management System (AIMS) is the software that is used to process all transactions in the system.
AUGUST 2017 PAGE 4 Oyo Ilaqa attends NYCN Youth Day, holds Atfal/Nasrat IVC
his year Atfal and Nasrat Chapter held between 12th and 17th Islamic Vacation Course, August, 2017. Torganized by Majlis e programme commenced with a Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Oyo Press Brie ng, which the State Qaid, State, was held at Abadina Basic Bro Abdul Hakeem Awe, attended Schools, University of Ibadan, while on Wednesday 16th and Ibadan between 6th and 13th ursday, 17th featured Public August, 2017 where more than 1200 Lecture and Peace Trek to sensitize children participated. the communities along Bodija e programme had in attendance Market on the signi cance of the 622 Atfal and 640 Nasrat and series day. Later, the youths met with the of events were done which include Oyo State Governor, Senator Abiola educational competitions, moral Ajumobi. lessons, book review, sporting Concurrently, it also attended the competitions, daily classroom m a i d e n s y m p o s i u m t o sessions, exhibition, handcraft and commemorate the International examination. Outstanding pupils Youth Day on 12th August, 2017 at were thereby awarded with gift K.S Motel Hall, Total Garden, presentations. Ibadan in which 19 Majlis members In another development, the Majlis attended the symposium, led by also attended the Youth Day Monatan Dil’a Qaid, Bro Maruf organized by the National Youth Ajimoti. Council of Nigeria, Oyo State
Ibafo Muqami holds Waqar-e-Amal
ajlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Ibafo Muqami has held its Waqar-e-Amal at Magada Estate on 27th MAugust, 2017. e Majlis engaged in cutting of grasses and lling of deep potholes on the road which have been obstructing free movement of vehicles and motorcycles as well as damaging the road. e activity, carried out by 9 Khuddam and 2 Atfal, was done using different materials like broken blocks, stones, sand, asphalt and granite which were moved from another site with a pick-up vehicle to the road in order to block the pot holes. AUGUST 2017 PAGE 5 Osun State Annual Workshop: Alhaji Sumonu urges youths to be prayerful
he former Labour Congress Meanwhile, Amir, Ahmadiyya others who advised Majlis on Chairman, Alhaji Hassan Muslim Jama’at, Nigeria, Dr how best they can achieve both TSumonu who graced the Majlis Mashhud Adenrele Fashola's rst worlds. Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Osun lecture on 1st September, 2017 on Moreover, Maulvi Mubarak Ilaqa annual workshop with the Rave 91.7 FM Oshogbo was on the Bello from Osun State said theme “Achieving the Best of Both blessings attached to the recitation Allah loves not those who forget Worlds”, has urged Ahmadi youths of Suratul Fatiha. the hereafter in preference to to be more prayerful. However, other dignitaries present world materialism. He also At the workshop held recently at Woleola at the programme inclue: Alhaji emphasised on the fact that Estate Osogbo, he emphasized on the Oni Yakub; Lajna Sadr district IV, every Muslim must strive in importance of the Holy Qur’an and Alhaja Badmus Hanifat; Naib order to achieve what they blessings in reciting Suratul Fatiha as a State Qaid II, Bro Qasim desire. medicine and solution to all problems a Oyinlola; Alhaja Aolat Oyedokun Muslim may face. and Bro Motajo Ibrahim, among
Surulere Muqami Waqar-e-Amal: takes Waqar-e- Akute Muqami Amal to Secondary channels link road drainage
ajlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Akute Muqami has held its Waqar-e-Amal at MImole Ayo Bus Stop, along Doland Estate, Akute recently. e work, which includes channelling of link road drainage to the main source and clearing of surrounding ajlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, bushes, was done by 5 Majlis members for more than one Surulere Muqami has taken Waqar- hour. Me-Amal to Ideal Girls’ School, along e impact of the exercise to the community includes Randle Avenue recently to help clear the drainage, free ow of water to the main drainage, stopping thus, allowing free ow of water. disposing refuse on the road free movement on the road. e work was undertaken by 2 Khuddam and 1 ti . AUGUST 2017 PAGE 6 AMSA Poly Ibadan organizes 3-day APW/Symposium
hmadi Muslim Students’ Association, the At Symposium, two topics where discussed by Polytechnic, Ibadan Unit held a 3-day Annual Impeccable lecturers: ‘ e Role of Justice in Peace APropagation Week/Symposium between 27th and Building’ by Muallim Abbas Agbaje and ‘Religion 29th July, 2017 at Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at Mosque, Sango and Education Ways to keep Peace’ by Muallim Police Barracks, Sango, Ibadan. Tijani AbdulFatahi. Also Ristanatha (Marriage) e programme, tagged ‘Peace Builder Tradition Based on Programme, titled ‘Happy Home: Role to Play Islam’, commenced with a courtesy visit to a father, Alhaji F.O. before Getting Married’ and anchored by Mrs Salam, Coca-Cola Circuit President. Sporting and educational Bayewu and Dr. Daud Dikko, was held for the activities were also engaged, anchored by the Circuit singles and would-be couples. Missionary, Muallim Tijani AbdulFatahi. In a related development, Bro Badmus Wahjud Besides, the students paid a welfare visit to Oluyole Cheshire had the highest number of votes at the election Home of Handicapped to extend their act of humanity to the conducted for Unit President, with 10 votes, physically challenged. though the result is still subject to approval of the Two lectures: ‘Causes of Con ict in the Nation and Islamic National President. Solution’ and ‘Role of Youth in Nation Building’ were delivered Bro Qareeb Ajimoti had 4 votes while Bro by the same lecturer, Ha z Abdur Rafeeq Alaka. About 130 Adebayo Abbas had 4 votes. Election was people gathered at the venue while pamphlets were also conducted and anchor by Oyo State Qaid Bro. distributed to the people at the motor pack and market. Bro Abdul Hakeem Awe, Coca-Cola Dil’a Qaid, Bro. Yusuf Agbaje and Bro Nasir AbdulGaniyy coordinated a Taoheed Raji, Monatan Dil’a Qaid, Bro Ajimoti carrier talk segment titled ‘ e Role of Entrepreneur in the Maruf and Bro Yusuf Agbaje. Nation’s Economic Growth: How Youth can adapt’.
Ondo Ilaqa holds IVC/Regional Ijtema
ajlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Ondo State has held its Islamic Vacation Course/Regional Ijtema for Majlis Atfal and Nasrat-ul-Ahmadiyya between 6th and 13th August, 2017 at Ahmadiyya Muslim Grammar School, Ogbagi- MAkoko, Ondo. e IVC/Ijtema featured, among others, moral and spiritual training, excursion to Adekunle Ajasin University Senate Building, Akungba-Akoko, courtesy visit to Owa of Ogbagi at his Palace, procession around Ogbagi-Akoko township, educational and Qur'an competitions. e children also engaged in eld and track events, cooking competition, march pass while symposium was held with the theme ‘Muhammad (saw): Our Mentor, Our Role Model’ . The symposium was graced with the presence of Sadr MKA-Nigeria and National Zaiq Atfal. 406 participants attended the event – 115 Atfal, 105 Nasirat, 38 VIPs, 65 Khuddam, 19 Ansarullah and 54 Lajna Immaillah AUGUST 2017 PAGE 7 Osun, Kwara Ilaqat holds IVC/Ijtema as children visit Timi of Ede
ajlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Osun and Kwara Ilaqat has jointly held the Region IV MIslamic Vacation Course/Ijtema between 6th and 13th August, 2017 at Fazli-Omar Ahmadiyya College, Ede with the theme ‘Muhammad (saw): Our Mentor, Our Role Model’. e programme featured educational activities in which children were taught various secular subjects, topics on moral upbringing such as etiquette of eating, etiquette of meeting people, my body, my pride, etc. e children were also introduced to handcraft as they were taught how to make school bags and lettering works. e children, numbered 406, participated in various educational competition such as Qur’an competition, Quiz competition Speech context, Hadith, Message Delivery etc. Sport competition such as Football, track event, arm-wrestling, (saw): Our Mentor, Our Role Model, was held at Taekwondo also took place. e female children also engaged the Hall of Fazli-Omar Ahmadiyya College Ede. in cooking competition. In his lecture, the guest lecturer, Missionary In addition, the children proceed in a peaceful procession in Ibiyemi Toheeb stated that the life of Holy praise of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) from the venue of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) is a perfect example programme to the Palace of Timi of Ede Land, His Royal for mankind, enjoining the kids to follow the Majesty, Oba Muniru Adesoji Lawal. e children were teaching and life of holy prophet to ensure that welcomed and hosted by chiefs led by the Baba Kekere of Ede they have a great future. land as the King was not on seat. e children were later e dignitaries at the symposium include: Circuit conveyed to the Osun State Water Corporation (OSWC) at Presidents (Ede Osogbo and Ife); Representative Ede for excursion programme. History, source, nature and of Timi of Ede land; Representative of Sadr, Lajna stages of purity of water were part of knowledge gained by Imaillah; Circuit Missionaries (Ede, Osogbo and children Ife) and Osun State Central Missionary, Maulvi Also, the Executive Secretary, Ede North Local Government, Mubarak Bello, among others. Barr. Dawood Akinloye paid a courtesy visit to the venue of the e closing session was anchored by Naib Sadr, programme and donated food items to support the Admin, Dr Ahmad Abdul Ganiyy in which programme. e kind gesture was replicated by the DPO of graduating Atfal and Nasrat were advised on how Ede North Police Command as he visited the venue. to live their lives to gain both world. e session Symposium was also held on 12th August, 2017 as part of also featured presentation of prizes to winners of IVC/Ijtema events. e symposium, themed Muhammad AUGUST 2017 PAGE 8 Osun State organizes 2nd Post Ramadan Lecture s part of efforts of the that the theme of the event points to the fact that everybody is living in fear as Ahmadiyya Muslim solution must be found so as to avoid third world war. He also stated that AJama’at to ensure that Muslims should be peace ambassadors anywhere they nd themselves so that there is peaceful co-existence in the world will be a better place for us to live. the world, Majlis Khuddam-ul- In his lecture titled “Reconciling the Con icting Nations and Aversion of the Ahmadiyya, Osun Ilaqa has ird World War: Islamic Solution”, the Guest Lecturer, Ustaz Muh. Waiz organized its second annual post Apooyin stated that the way individuals run the affairs of his family leads to Ramadan Lecture on 22nd July, what is happening in the world now as every family is a microscopic image of 2017 at Oluwo’s Palace, Iwo, Osun the Universe. He also said if they want to avoid the third world war, every State with the theme ‘Reconciling family should abide by the rules and regulations that Almighty Allah set for the Con icting Nations and them in the Holy Quran and also emulate Holy Prophet Muhammad (saw). Aversion of the ird World War: He further highlighted that Equity and Justice among nations and individuals Islamic Solution’. should be highly emphasized as they play important roles in achieving peaceful In his welcome address, Osun co-existence in the world. State Qaid, Bro. Qasim Muh. In his closing remark; Sadr MKAN, represented by Mauvin Sadr, Alh. Popoola Awwal stated that the event was Isiaq, Congratulated Osun Ilaqa for successful hosting of the programme and aimed at letting everyone knows lauded the Ilaqa as the only Ilaqa that had being organizing post Ramadan that it is important to have lecture in the country. He also highlighted some of the challenges that Majlis peaceful co-existence among Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya Nigeria is facing; how the Majlis has been trying to Majlis members during and after conquer the challenges one by one. He further appreciated the effort of all the Ramadan so that the whole world members of the Jama’at for successful hosting of MKAN Economic Summit. can be in peace. Present at the event were Circuit Missionaries, Khalifa of Qadiriyyah, In his opening remark, Amir NASFAT Missioner, Reprsentative of Ansar-ud-deen, Representative of the AMJN, represented by Ede Christan Association of Nigeria (CAN) President, Iwo chapter , 109 Circuit President, Alh. Yakubu Khuddam, 40 Atfal, 55 Ansarullah, 90 Lajna and 35 Nasrat. Oni, who chaired the event, said
AMSA PolyIbadan stages APW
Members of Ahmadi Muslim Students' Association (AMSA), the Polytechnic, Ibadan Unit have made great efforts to ensure the success of their Annual Propagation Week (APW) scheduled to hold between 27th and 30th July, 2017. While giving the monthly report of the association's activities, the President, AMSA Oyo (male wing), Bro Abdusalam stated that all plans were in place for the smooth running of the event. He disclosed that the committee for the event had written a proposal to indicate the arrangements and requirements for the success of the event. He further noted that noti cations had been sent to stakeholders of the Jama'at such as the state Qaid, Lajna Imaillah, Sadr and the Circuit President' s forum to inform them of the scheduled activities of this year's APW . AUGUST 2017 PAGE 9 AMSA: Ekiti, FCEA hold APW as Oyo orientates JAMB students
hmadi Muslim Students’ Association (AMSA), Ekiti State has held its Annual Propagation Week (APW) between 15th and 17th September, 2017 with the theme ‘Our Homes, Our Roles, Our Lives: AHow Far Have We Drifted Away?’ e programme featured humanitarian visit to Ekiti State Rehabilitation Centre, Ado Ekiti, public lecture, indoor activities and competitions such as Qur’an, message delivery, speech and spelling bee. In a related development, Federal College of Education, Abeokuta also had its APW between 4th and 13th August, 2017 with the theme ‘Inter-Religious Relationship: Catalyst for Peace and Unity in our Society’. e programme, which had more than 100 participants, featured some activities including quiz and Qur’an competitions and examinations. e symposium was held on Sunday, 13th August, 2017. Oyo State reported an Orientation Programme organized for JAMB and newly-admitted students, held at different locations across the state. Meanwhile, Report was received from units across the nation on orientation programme held for the secondary school leavers and new intakes so as to let them know what needed to be done before getting admission and after gaining admission into institutions of their choice. University of Ibadan Unit proposed to host this year national AHIC which has been approved by Amir Sahib to take
AMSA LAUTECH holds APW amid strike
embers of the Ahmadi Muslim the society. Students' Association (AMSA), Another remarkable feat achieved by the organisers was the MLadoke Akintola University of revival of the Masroor Ahmad Annual Mathematics Technology Unit has held its 2017 edition of the Competition (MAMC). e competition which is aimed at annual propagation week themed 'Inter helping secondary school students overcome the stereotypical Religious Peace: Our Last Life-Line' amidst the fear attached to mathematics as a subject. e president stated incessant strike action paralysing academic that the previous edition of the competition was cancelled due activities in the school. to insurmountable challenges at that time. is year's APW was particularly unique as it He, however, expressed his joy at the successful completion of featured an interreligious peace conference as the APW while also thanking stakeholders who ensured that part of the series of activities lined in the week the event was a success. long event. e conference offered an ample opportunity for adherent of different religious beliefs and ideologies to relate and above all preach the essence of a peaceful coexistence in AUGUST 2017 PAGE 10 IVC/Ijtema: Kogi Ilaqa summounts odds to organize programme
aving confronted representing Lajna Imaillah, with internal and Nigeria and Ansar-ud-Deen Hexternal challenges female wing, among others. e prior to the programme, Majlis paper presentation for the theme Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Kogi of the Symposium was done by Ilaqa has organized the Islamic Missionar y R ahman from Vacation Course (IVC) and Ayetoro Gbede. Ijtema for Atfal and Nasrat at In order to re-awaken the spirit of Ayegunle Gbede with gratitude Tabligh, create in the children the to Almighty Allah. spirit of sacri ce exhibited by our e children, numbered 71, fathers and mothers and their engaged in some educational and c o n t r i b u t i o n s t o t h e sporting activities to test their establishment Ahmadiyya u n d e r s t a n d i n g o f t h e Muslim Jama’at in Ayegunle programmes. Meanwhile, the Gbede since 1944, the children procession was done throughout paid courtesy visit to some of the the town of Ayegunle Gbede old members who are still alive. w h e r e J a m a’ a t h a d b e e n is is community where the established since 1944, while the Naib Amir North, Dr. Y.A. excursion was made to the MTN Habeeb was born. ose visited Solar-Empowered Program prayed for the children and Majlis established in the community. and they also prayed for those e symposium, chaired by the who requested for prayers. former President, Pa Salman During the closing ceremony, 12 Tahir, was graced by eminent Nasrat graduated to Lajna personalities such as the Reagent Imaillah while 4 Atfal graduated o f t h e C om mu n i t y, V i c e to Khuddam. e State Qaid led C h a i r m a n o f L o c a l the MKAN pledge for the newly Government, Bro Abubakar, ad m i t t e d M a j l i s At f a l t o President, Ayegunle Gbede, Khuddam while District IX Sadr, Alhaji Omakain, Coordinators Lajna Imaillah admitted them to from Lagos, Bro. Abdul Hakeem the mothers’ fold. ey were Akintobi representing MKAN advised to still continue to and Mrs Halimah Adepoju support their handlers so that Cont. Page 11 AUGUST 2017 PAGE 11 they can also serve as handlers in their respective domain. By the instruction of Chairman IOC, they were advised to write to Hudhur Anwar for the new beginning in their various Majalis and also charge them to pay August Chanda Am/Majlis. All the participants were given Certi cate of Participation while Certi cate of Merit was given to 15 outstanding students each from Atfal and Nasirat. Meanwhile, having realized the problems faced in organizing the event, the Coordinators, Bro. Akintobi and Mrs Adepoju commissioned a standing committee after seeking permission from their Sadran. e composition of the committee includes: State Qaid, District Sadr, Nasrat Secretary, Nazim Atfal, Missionaries from both Circuits, Kogi and Igala and some elders. e attendance for the programme includes: 10 Lajna, 9 Khuddam, 31 Atfal
Waqar-e-Amal: Owode, Isale-Oro Muqameen mend bad roads
In the spirit of community service and development, Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Owode and Isale Oro muqameen have held their National Waqar-e-Amal on the 27th August, 2017. e exercise, conducted by Owode muqami along Owode-Ilaro Road, involved the lling of potholes which has been a nightmare for motorist plying the road. Similarly, Isale-oro muqami carried out their waqar-e amal along Owode-Idiroko Road. e dilapidated road lled with potholes were repaired with concrete. A total number of 25 and 12 members were in attendance at the exercise at Owode and Isale Oro Muqameen respectively. AUGUST 2017 PAGE 12 MKA-Benin Ijtema: Sadr, MKAN admonishes Absolute Justice
he Sadr, Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Nigeria, Engr. Saheed Aina has admonished Tevery Majlis members in Benin to embrace absolute justice and fair dealing in their interactions with Ahmadis and non-Ahmadis, saying that this would go a long way in changing the negative impressions people have about Islam. He made this known during the 15th National Ijtema of Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Benin held in Port- Novo, Republic of Benin recently. e Sadr MKAN, Engr. Saheed Aina, who was ably represented by ve-man delegation led by Bro Ismail Abdur Raheem, Muhtamin Tabligh, said Huzur has made a special duty, travelling round the world to sensitize all individuals irrespective of their background on the need to promote peace and shun violence and terrorist acts. Furthermore, he urged the crowd on the usage of Khuddam uniform, its modalities and etiquettes. Meanwhile, the Amir and Missionary-in-Charge, Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at, Benin, Maulvi Rana Farooq Ahmad presented a gift to MKA Nigeria on behalf of Sadr Sahib, Nurse Abdul Malik Hussien and the entire members of MKA-Benin. Other members of the delegation include Ha z Abdur Rafeeq Alaka, Ha z Abdul Rahman Idowu, Ha z Ahmad Adeniji and Bro Abdul Na u Tahir. AUGUST 2017 PAGE 14 MKAN attends Ghana Ijtema
delegation of the Majlis Khuddam-ul- Ahmadiyya, Nigeria (MKAN) have Aattended the 38th Annual National Ijtema (Convention) of Majlis Khuddam-ul- Ahmadiyya, Ghana held between 24th and 26th August, 2017. e delegation, which was led by Amb. Popoola Ishaq Olamilekan (Muavin Sadr I) comprises Alh. Nurudeen Musa, Muhtamin Tarikh-e-Jadid; Bro. Taofeeq Ajibade, Naib Muhtamin Tarbiyya; Bro. Ishaq Olagunju, Dil’a Qaid, Festac; Bro. Sulaiman Gbadamosi, Lagos Ilaqa member and Bro. Ridwanullah Ogunsola. While in Ghana, the delegation also visited part in strategic activities such as opening and closing sessions, Muslim Tele vision Ahmadiyya (MTA) presentation of the MKAN Sadr’s (National President) International Ghana Studio and engaged in few Goodwill Message at the opening session, observation of the bilateral discussions. proceedings of some educational and sporting competitions, At the MKA Ghana Ijtema, the delegation took Cont. Page 14 AUGUST 2017 PAGE 14
Route March of a distance of 8.7Km, part of Foreign Delegates’ Team which played a novelty football match against the Amila Mulk of MKA Ghana and a host of others events. During the closing session, the delegation had an opportunity of presenting MKAN’s Ahmadi Youth All African Games (AYAAG) Photo Albums to the Amir & Missionary-in-Charge of Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission, Ghana, Alhaji Maulvi Mohammed Bin Isah and Sadr, MKA Cote D’Ivoire. With respect to the visit to MTA International Ghana Studio, named Wahab Adams Studio, the delegation was joined by other foreign delegates. At the studio, the delegation was received by Mr. Sadiq Abbas who doubles as the Office Manager for MTA and Muavin Sadr MKA Ghana. Mr. Sadiq took the delegates through the structures, services and mode of operations of MTA International at national, regional and global levels. In his remarks, the Coordinator of Ghana Studio, Mr. Kaleem Ahmad Qureshi, said: “ is studio has seven departments which include: Administration, Programming, Production, Post-Production, Training, ICT, and Lajna. Our services also involve training of people on programming, production, and post-production activities. e studio is open for the bene ts of Jama’at members and beyond.” In his remarks, the head of the delegation, Amb. Popoola, said: “On behalf of the Sadr, MKAN, Engr. Aina Sa’eed, we thank the management of this gigantic studio for the privilege to get rst-hand information on the workings of the MTA International at all levels. We are aware that MKA members across the world constitute the majority in term of volunteering services for the operations of MTA International studios. Insha Allah, members of MKAN will continue to work in this direction in order to vigorously support the vision of His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (atba) on the MTA projects. More so, the leadership of MKAN will be much interested to collaborate with your office and the management of MTA Africa on a number of issues which will be bene cial to the Jama’at as a whole and MKAN members in particular.” In his thank you message, the Sadr MKA Ghana, Mr. Nasir Bonsu, acknowledged the gesture of Sadr MKAN, Engr. Aina Saeed, for deeming it t to send a delegation to the MKA Ghana Ijtema 2017. “Your presence really added AUGUST 2017 PAGE 15 IVC: North takes Children to SEDI,
ommitted to educate and inform the children on the roles played by Cscienti c research and media houses in the society, Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Northern Region have taken them to Scienti c Equipment Development Institute (SEDI) and Federal University of Technology, Minna Campus Radio as excursions during the Islamic Vacation Course. Meanwhile, this visitation afforded the children the opportunity to be exposed to different gadgets and equipment used in the organisations and their various functions. e event, held between 7th and 13th August, 2017 at Police Secondary School, Minna, Niger State, had series of scheduled activities such as lectures and sport competitions already in place as the program started with an opening session
which had in attendance the Circuit President, the Central Maulvi and other personalities.
e event also featured Qur'an, quiz and speech competitions among others which were keenly contested by participants from Abuja, Niger, Kaduna and Bauchi states. e Naib Sadr, Northern Region noted that insufficient manpower was a major challenge encountered in the course of the event. He, however, recommended that a ratio of one handler to ten participants should be adopted by the visiting states. e event came to an end with the award of prizes to successful participants in the various competition and the issuance of Certi cate of Participation to the handlers. A total number of 164 Atfal and Nasirat was recorded at the event. AUGUST 2017 PAGE 16 Rivers Ilaqa holds IVC/Ijtema for Region 6
ajlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Rivers Ilaqa has held Islamic Vacation Course/Ijtema for Atfal and MNasrat in Region 6 at Ahmadiyya Central Mosque, Port Harcourt between 6th and 13th August, 2017. e program, after the arrival of participants from Port Harcourt, Calabar, Owerri and environs, commenced with the welcome message given by the Rivers State Qaid, Bro Sikirulai Braheem with all other dignitaries in attendance. With a total of 55 children in attendance, they were categorized into different age groups and taken through various moral, spiritual, professional and sporting lessons and competitions in line with the present curriculum and timetable. ese include recitation and memorization of Qaseedah, Dars presentation, salat performance, Qur'an memorization and recitation, Hadith and Qaseedah competitions, prayers of the Holy Quran, prayers of the Holy Prophet, message delivery, speech contest, arm wrestling, scrabble and handcraft, among others. One of the major highlights of the program was the excursion to the Nigerian Bottling company (NBC) and the Bristow Helicopters. e participants were taken through the nitty-gritties of the various activities such as the process of soft drinks production and areas of operation and application for air travel as well as the safety measures associated to the use of an helicopter. e symposium lecture, delivered by Missionary Jimoh Aliyu, had in attendance the Amir, Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama'at, Nigeria, Dr Mashhud Adenrele Fashola, represented by Alhaji Folorunsho, Port Harcourt Circuit President; Circuit Missionary, Muallim Jimoh Aliyu; Port Harcourt Jama’at President, Bro. Raji Aroyewun; Sadr Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya, Nigeria, represented by Dr Sanni Taofeek, Naib Sadr Southwest and Sadr, Lajna Imaillah, Nigeria, Dr Basirat Dikko, represented by Mrs. A. Shittu, National Assistant Nasrat Secretary.
Muallim Aliyu highlighted the exceptional moral qualities of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (saw) and emphasized on his truthfulness and trustworthiness which was adjudged by the Meccans even before he was called to Prophethood. He, therefore, urged the children and everyone present to emulate these exceptional qualities in order to redirect the moral compass of the society. ereafter, Certi cate of Participation were given to all participants. e program came to a close on after a brief closing ceremony where the Port-Harcourt Jama’at Missionary, Muallim Abdul-Hafeez Olorunisomo urged the participants to imbibe the lessons they have learnt during the program and AUGUST 2017 PAGE 17
Foreign News
New Ahmadiyya Mosque opened in Giessen by Head of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community
azrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad says all immigrants must be loyal to country of residence and calls for Hreligious tolerance and understanding e Ahmadiyya Muslim Community is pleased to announce that on 21 August 2017, the World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa (Caliph), His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad inaugurated the Baitus Samad Mosque in Giessen, Germany. Upon arrival, His Holiness officially inaugurated the Mosque by unveiling a commemorative plaque and offering a silent prayer in thanks to God Almighty. ereafter, His Holiness led the Zuhr and Asr prayers at the Mosque. Later, a special reception, attended by 265 dignitaries and guests, was held to mark the opening of the Mosque at the Kongresshalle Giessen. e highlight of the event was the keynote address delivered by Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad during which he emphasised the need for religious tolerance and also spoke about widespread immigration to the West. At the beginning of his address, the Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community referred to the name of the new Mosque.
Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad said: “ is mosque is named Baitus-Samad. Al-Samad is an attribute of God which means a Being which is Everlasting and is completely Independent, whereas everything else is dependent upon God.” Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad continued: “Chapter 21, verse 31 of the Holy Quran has explained that the heavens and the earth were a closed-up mass, which AUGUST 2017 PAGE 18
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were then wrought asunder by Allah the Almighty. us, centuries before modern scientists had come up with the ‘Big Bang eory’, the Holy Quran had enlightened us regarding the creation of the universe. Subsequently, in the same chapter, the Holy Quran speaks of a time when everything in the world will be sealed and brought to an end, which refers to what scientists now de ne as the ‘black hole’. Yet, as He is Everlasting, the Holy Quran makes it clear that God Almighty has always existed and always will. us, Allah the Almighty has called on mankind to worship Him alone and seek refuge only in His existence as He alone is Al-Samad, the Everlasting.” Concluding, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad said: “Our desire, our hope and dream is that the world comes to recognise its Creator and that all of mankind lives together in a spirit of mutual love, kindness and brotherhood. We desire to live in a world of compassion and mercy, instead of a world consumed by increasing hostility, disorder, grievances and con ict. ese are our objectives and it is for these reasons that we build Mosques throughout the world.” His Holiness said that religious tolerance and a respect for the beliefs of others was a fundamental tenet of Islam. Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad said: “Islam teaches that all the major religions were true in their original form and that their respective founders were prophets who came to spread the teachings of God Almighty and were sent to all parts of the world. Given this, it is incumbent on true Muslims to hold the founders of all religions in great esteem and similarly to respect and care for the followers of their faiths. Indeed, the Holy Quran and the Holy Prophet of Islam (peace be upon him) have repeatedly instructed Muslims to care for and respect the sentiments of other people under all circumstances.” AUGUST 2017 PAGE 19 AUGUST 2017 PAGE 20
Fun Snail Facts for Kids
Snail is a common name for gastropod molluscs that can be split into three groups, land snails, sea snails and freshwater snails. Snails can have lungs or gills depending on the species and their habitat. Some marine snails actually can have lungs and some land based snails can have gills. Snail-like animals that do not have a shell are usually called slugs. Most snail species have a ribbon-like tongue called a radula that contains thousands of microscopic teeth. The radula works like a file, ripping food up into tiny pieces. The majority of snails are herbivores eating vegetation such as leaves, stems and flowers, some larger species and marine based species can be predatory omnivores or even carnivores. The giant African land snail grows to about 38 cm (15 in) and weigh 1 kg (2lb). The “giant tiger land snail” also known, as “giant Ghana snail” is the largest land snail in the world, their length can reach up to 12 inches. The largest living sea snail species is the Syrinx aruanus who's shell can reach 90 cm (35 in) in length and the snail can weigh up to 18 kg (40lbs)! Common garden snails have a top speed of 45 m (50 yards) per hour. Making the snail one of the slowest creatures on Earth. As they move along snails leave behind a trail of mucus which acts as a lubricant to reduce surface friction. This also allows the snail to move along upside down. Depending on the species snails can live 5 - 25 years. The common garden snail is regarded as an agricultural and garden pest as it eats the leaves and stems of crops. The snail is a delicacy in French cuisine called escargot. The snail is also eaten in many other countries of the world, often as a fried meal. In English, the expression "a snail's pace" is a term used to describe a slow, inefficient process and "snail mail" is now commonly used when referring to sending regular mail rather than that sent by email. AUGUST 2017 PAGE 21
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6 MKAN attends Ghana Ijtema
7 IVC: North takes Children to SEDI, FUTMINNA Radio
8 Rivers Ilaqa holds IVC/Ijtema for Region 6