Emmanuel Clement
Muslim women across the country have been urged to be good role models to their children in order not to be swayed by any negative influence and deviate from the path of Islam.
The guest speaker Prof.Bidemi Bilikis Lafiaji-Okuneye,Vice Chancellor Lagos State University of Education Oto/Ijanikin gave this advice during the Grand finale of the 26th NASFAT Annual Women’s Week held at the NAFSAT Islamic Center Assese,Ogun State on Sunday 19, October 2025.
Speaking on the theme “Rooted in Faith, Rising with Vision: Muslim Women Transforming The World”Prof Bidemi who was represented at the event by the Secretary for the Nation’s Board of Muslim Society,Imam Raji urged mothers to guide their children on what to do and what not to do through their (mothers) actions, dressings, conversations, religious practices and others, stating that Islam is a complete way of life which is not against any culture but has laid out principles for everything positive as far as life is concerned.
“Islam has provided a good foundation to seek knowledge right from the era of the Prophet Muhammad. Islamic knowledge encompasses every knowledge that will promote the consciousness of humanity to worship Allah,” Prof.Bidemi said.
She noted that women has greater influence on their children than the male, noting that if the parents especially mothers take care of their children,teach them the way of Allah and Prophet Muhammad,the world would be a better place.
Earlier, the National Women Affairs Secretary,Alhaja Ganiyat Omowumi Babalola in her welcome address said that the annual women’s week which is a remarkable tradition unites NAFSAT women across the globe to celebrate achievements, promote Islamic values, and advance the empowerment of women in faith and purpose.
She stated that this year’s theme “Rooted in Faith, Rising with Vision: Muslim Women Transforming The World “celebrates the enduring strength, resilience and transformative power of Muslim women especially women who holds firmly to faith while fearlessly shaping their communities and the world at large.
Alhaja Babalola went further to highlight some of the achievements already recorded by the women society which include furnishing the female section of the NASFAT Islamic Center Masjid which is 60% completed.
She emphasized that this year’s target is to raise N500,000,000 for the establishment of a Women Development Center which will include A Skill Acquisition Center,A 50-bed Hostel,A Transit Home for Female Victims of Gender Based Violence (GBV) and donation of a Dawah Coaster Bus to enhance our outreach and humanitarian activities.
The National Women Affairs Secretary, Alhaja Babalola appreciated the National Women Management Committee,the National President, Alhaji Ayodeji AbdulWahid AbdulRauf, Chief Missioner,Imam Moruf Abdul Azeez Onike,Assese Women’s Project Committee led by Alhaja Kubura Lanre Lawal , NASFAT women from different zones and groups, stating that their selfless service, regular contributions and spiritual commitment are the true pillars of the women’s success.
The National President, NASFAT, Alhaji Ayodeji AbdulWahid AbdulRauf in his remark pointed out that Muslim women are an important thread in the fabric of society;and perhaps,most importantly they are empowered and not oppressed by the religion.
Alhaji Ayodeji who was ably represented by the 1st Vice President,Engr Kamar Bolaji Olawuyi noted that the gathering symbolizes not just a mere congregation of individuals or young women but a convergence of hearts ,minds and aspirations, united in the shared commitment to strengthening NASFAT Women Committee through knowledge impacts and Islamic values with resilience, wisdom and faith.
He advised mother’s to raise daughters who will be judge on the trails they blaze rather than the fashionable blazers they wear.
“We want our daughters to live in a reality where they can confidently say that smart is better than cute,in which they see the beauty that exists within themselves and refuse to succumb to a definition of womanhood that stigmatizes their dignity and strength “.
“You ,as Muslim women owe it to yourself and to your future generations to fulfill the sanctity of our relationship with Allah (SWT).”he said
Alhaji Ayodeji urged the young girls to follow the footsteps of their mothers,live a modest life by making use of their hijabs to protect their aura, lower their gazes, protect their chastity, cover their adornments and turn away from allurement of the world.
The Chairman of the occasion Chief Nurudeen Adeoye Oyetunde commended the NASFAT women for their commitment and dedication in ensuring that they empower women in the society,while pledging his support in ensuring that the women achieve their goal in promoting the message of Islam.
Investigator news reports that this year’s women’s week commenced on the 12th of October with a beautiful blend of spirituality, empowerment, and service to humanity as Over 3,000 women registered to participate in various activities both virtually and physically ensuring inclusiveness for children, youths and the elderly alike.
The One week long activities featured a wide range of Impactful programs such as empowerment and skill acquisition, community outreach and welfare, celebration of the elderly and widows, health advocacy, spiritual and youth engagement,walk fitness and trade fair.
Goodwill messages from the Chairman National Council of Elders, Alhaji Yunus Olalekan Saliu who was represented by his Secretary extend his warm felicitations to the leadership and members of the Nasrul-Lahi-L- Faith Society (NASFAT) women’s wing on the momentous occasion of the 26th Annual NASFAT women’s week.
He urged the women to intensify efforts in promoting the girl child education so as to secure a brighter and better future for their daughters which will equip them with the ability and capacity to make significant contributions to the economy and help in achieving greater gender parity in leadership roles, empowerment of women and championing sustainable development so as to ensure a better world for generations to come.
” May Almighty Allah (SWT) continue to bless your noble efforts, grant you increased wisdom, and make you radiant examples of faith, vision and transformative leadership”he submitted.
The wife of the Deputy Governor Mrs Oluremi Hamzat who was represented at the occasion in her goodwill,urged participants to imbibe the culture of learning and association which she said will go a long way in shaping their lives.
Highlight of the event was prayers for the nation,Mr Presiden,the leadership of the National Assembly, Governors and NASFAT.
