By Khalid Idris Doya The Muslim Ummah, Bauchi State Chapter, for the leadership of the Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN), has expr...
By Khalid Idris Doya
The Muslim Ummah, Bauchi State Chapter, for the leadership of the Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN), has expressed deep concern over the endemic corruption pervading all levels of society and has called for urgent and collective action to save the nation from potential collapse.
The call came in a communiqué issued at the end of a leadership training workshop organised by the National Islamic Center, Zaria (The Muslim Ummah), for the leadership of MSSN Bauchi Area Unit. The workshop was held at Sultan Muhammad Saad Abubakar Hajj Camp, Bauchi.
The Muslim Ummah emphasised that piety (Taqwa) is an essential leadership attribute that must be cultivated for national survival and prosperity.
The communiqué also highlighted the pervasive poverty and deprivation affecting the country, stressing the urgent need for concrete measures to alleviate the situation.
Addressing security concerns, the Ummah condemned the incessant banditry and kidnappings and urged security agencies and stakeholders to intensify efforts in combating these threats.
The Muslim Ummah expressed support for the federal government of Nigeria's advocacy for justice for Palestinians, calling for an unconditional ceasefire and the withdrawal of Zionist forces from Gaza.
The communiqué, signed by Prof. Abdullahi Lare Amaoo, Chairman of the Communiqué Drafting Committee, also condemned U.S President Donald Trump's proposal labeling Hamas as a terrorist organisation, calling it unjust and counterproductive to resolving the Palestinian conflict.
Speaking at the event, Prof. Muhammad Babangida Muhammad, National Ameer, outlined the purpose of the Muslim Ummah, emphasising its role in ensuring spiritual, physical, socio-economic, and moral upliftment for the people.
Dr. Usman Bugaje highlighted the importance of addressing the leadership crisis within the Ummah for stability and healthy growth, stressing the need to balance challenges with the competencies required for effective management.
The workshop also featured the formation of Area Branches, inauguration of their leadership across 20 Local Government Areas, and elections for new leadership at the state level.
The training brought together 345 participants, including special delegates from Borno, Yobe, Gombe, Plateau, and Jigawa states, representing MSSN and 14 other Islamic organisations.
Resource persons included Dr. Usman Bugaje, Prof. S.S. Abubakar, Prof. Muhammad Babangida Muhammad, Barr. Muzzammil Sani Hanga, Dr. Muhammad Mujtaba Abdulkadir, and other scholars and dignitaries.
Topics covered included Integrating Islamic Leadership Values into Personal and Professional Life, Leadership Competencies within an Islamic Framework, Core Islamic Principles and Their Application to Leadership Development, Islamic Perspective on Leadership and Human Flourishing, Case Studies and Practical Applications on Good Leadership and The Centrality of Adhkar for Spiritual and Social Development.
Participants and resource persons emphasised that effective leadership at all levels is critical for sustainable peace and prosperity, describing leadership as a trust (Amana) accountable before Allah.
The communiqué added that, "The struggle for providing effective leadership for the Ummah is our collective responsibility, requiring unreserved commitment and unshaken will for its realisation."
Elections were conducted to form Local Government Executive Committees for all 20 LGAs, as well as for the Shura Council, State EXCO, and Directorates of the Muslim Ummah Bauchi State Chapter.
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