NASFAT President Ayodeji Charges Religious Institutions To Diversify With Global Economy Trends

By the investigator On Aug 20, 2024

Emmanuel Clement

The President of Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT), Alhaji Ayodeji AbdulWahid AbdulRauf, has urged religious institutions to embrace global economic trends and diversify their operations.

During his Sunday visits to the Somolu-Bariga and Eti Osa Branches of NASFAT, Alhaji Ayodeji emphasized the need for religious organizations to integrate business and economic strategies that align with modern financial realities.

Alhaji Ayodeji, a Chartered Stockbroker and capital market expert, highlighted that religious institutions must not only focus on spiritual leadership but also play an active role in economic development. He noted that by diversifying their activities, religious organizations could become a significant source of employment and economic empowerment, reducing dependency on government solutions to national issues.

During his visit, Alhaji Ayodeji inspected the ongoing construction projects at both the Somolu-Bariga and Eti Osa branches. He commended the branch councils of elders, executive members, and members for their dedication and investment in the service of Allah. He offered prayers for the successful completion of the centers, which will serve as hubs for religious and community development.

Accompanying Alhaji Ayodeji on his tour were prominent NASFAT leaders, including Alhaji Olawuyi Kamal Bolaji (Vice-President I), Alhaji Ajiroba Maroof Adedokun (Vice-President II), Alhaja Ganiyat Omowunmi Babalola (Women Affairs Secretary), and Alhaji Shamsideen Owolabi Oseni (National Public Relations Secretary). The delegation was warmly received by the Somolu-Bariga Branch Chairman, Bro. Musiliudeen Shonaike, and other branch executives, including Imam AbdulRasheed Shittu, the Branch Lead Missioner.

At Eti Osa Branch, the Council of Elders and other key members were present, including the Acting Branch Chairman, Alhaji Shina Alimi, and the Branch Missionary, Imam Abdul Hakeem Kayode Alaran. Alhaja Kafayat Foluke AbdurRazak (Women Affairs Secretary of Eti Osa Branch) was also in attendance.

NASFAT’s leadership remains committed to fostering economic growth alongside spiritual development, urging religious institutions to contribute actively to the economic well-being of their communities.