Some of the leaders at the Majlis Ansarullah Ghana conference
In a strong call for environmental responsibility and national development, Alhaj Ahmed Suleman Anderson, Naib Ameer II of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission Ghana, has cautioned Ghanaians against destructive practices such as illegal mining, indiscriminate dumping of refuse during the rainy season, and the neglect of afforestation.
He warned that such acts hinder the nation’s progress and must be urgently addressed.
Speaking at the 2nd Accra Zonal Conference of Majlis Ansarullah Ghana on May 25, 2025, held under the theme “Cultivating Taqwa in the Majlis: The Key to Supporting Spiritual Growth and Worldly Success,” Alhaj Suleman emphasised that true service to God must be reflected in acts that promote social harmony and environmental care.
“The conference was organized not only to assess our outreach efforts to marginalized communities but also to remind us of our dual responsibility: service to God and service to humanity,” he stated.
“If I am not on talking terms with my brother and claim to love God, it does not make sense. If I withhold food from my hungry neighbor, what do I gain from that?”
He stressed that patriotism must go beyond words, urging citizens to obey laws that protect the environment.
“We must avoid destructive acts like illegal mining, dumping refuse during the rainy season, and neglecting afforestation. These activities hinder national progress,” he warned.
The conference drew large numbers of Muslim faithful and dignitaries, including Alhaj Ali Mohammed, Chairman of Majlis Ansarullah Ghana, and Maulvi Hafif Ibrahim, a missionary with the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission in Accra.
Maulvi Ibrahim called on the privileged in society to support the vulnerable, highlighting the role of moral leadership in national development.
“It is the duty of the rich to support the underprivileged in our fragmented communities,” he said.
“If our politicians truly feared God, they would not embezzle funds meant for schools and hospitals. The Qur’an enjoins us to elect leaders who fear God and uphold justice.”
The 2nd Accra Zonal Conference served as a reminder of the Islamic principles of godliness, community service, and the collective responsibility to drive spiritual and national growth.
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