Majlis Ansarullah Ahmadiyya Nigeria, the elders’ auxiliary of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at of Nigeria, received words of encouragement from His Eminence John Cardinal Onaiyekan (CON), the former Catholic Archbishop of Abuja. This occurred during a courtesy visit by the Majlis Ansarullah delegation to the Cardinal’s residence in Asokoro, Abuja, on Tuesday, 20th August 2024. Welcoming the delegation, Cardinal Onaiyekan expressed his gratitude to receive the National President (Sadr) of Majlis Ansarullah, Alh. Dauda Raji, and his team. He shared his pleasant surprise and honor at hosting such a prestigious delegation. In his address, the Cardinal spoke on the theme of the upcoming conference, “Making Living Worthwhile For All: Islamic Solutions to Economic and Security Challenges.” He elaborated on the importance of living a meaningful life, particularly in a time when many are drawn to criminal activities that detract from the true purpose of life. He emphasized the need for guidance and education to help people achieve a life of worth and integrity. Cardinal Onaiyekan also praised the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community for its significant contributions to peace and stability in Nigeria, noting that since its establishment, Ahmadiyya has demonstrated that Islam is indeed a religion of peace. Reflecting on the diversity of religious organizations in both Islam and Christianity, he remarked, “It is my conviction that religious organizations exist for a purpose. If God had wished, He could have made us all Muslims or all Christians.” He emphasized the importance of unity and harmony amidst the diversity of faiths. His Eminence extended his best wishes for a blessed and successful conference, and requested prayers from the delegation, saying, “I will keep you in my prayers for a successful event.” Earlier in his remark, the Sadr, Alh. Dauda Raji, expressed his deep appreciation for the warm welcome. He provided a brief introduction to the Ahmadiyya Community, highlighting its teachings and its numerous contributions to society, including humanitarian efforts, free education, and healthcare initiatives. He also mentioned that the conference would feature a two-day medical outreach. The visit concluded with the presentation of books by the Sadr to His Eminence, symbolizing their ongoing commitment to promoting peace and interreligious harmony. +9 All reactions: 21Princefaruq Tella, Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at Nigeria and 19 others

His Royal Highness, Alh. Awwal Musa Muhammad Ijakoro II, the Emir of Bwari, has expressed deep admiration for the humanitarian efforts of Majlis Ansarullah Ahmadiyya Nigeria. This praise came during a visit to his palace by the National President (Sadr) of the organization, Alh. Dauda Raji, and his delegation on 20th August 2024. During the visit, the Sadr of Majlis Ansarullah conveyed his gratitude to the Emir for the warm reception and ongoing support towards the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. He introduced the organization, highlighting its longstanding tradition of visiting esteemed leaders in the hosting states of their annual conferences. Alh. Dauda Raji also outlined the various programs planned for the upcoming convention, including inspiring sessions, lectures, and significant medical outreach initiatives. He emphasized the Jama’at’s commitment to societal development, citing the construction of schools, hospitals, disaster relief efforts, and the provision of power supply systems as some of their impactful contributions. The Sadr further elaborated on the rich activities lined up for the conference, noting that the annual event rotates across different regions of the country, bringing together communities from various parts of Nigeria. In response, His Royal Highness, Alh. Awwal Musa Muhammad Ijakoro II, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Allah for the opportunity to welcome such an esteemed delegation to his palace. He lauded the medical outreach initiative, recognizing it as a vital humanitarian effort that would provide much-needed healthcare to those unable to access it due to financial constraints. The Emir expressed his pleasure at the invitation to the convention and commended the Ahmadiyya Community for their unwavering dedication to the betterment of society. He encouraged that all efforts be made with the intention of serving Allah and emphasized the importance of these initiatives as acts of worship. The visit concluded with a special prayer offered by the immediate past Sadr of Majlis Ansarullah Ahmadiyya Nigeria, Engr. Abdulwaheed Adeoye, for the well-being and continued success of His Royal Highness, the Emir of Bwari. The Emir, in turn, called for prayers for lasting peace in the country and for the success of the upcoming program.