The Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at Ghana Women Association, Lajna Ima’illah Ghana, has climaxed its three-day 44th National Conference, known as Ijtema, in Wa.
The conference, held under the theme “You Are the Best People Raised for the Good of Mankind”, Qur’an 3:110 brought together Ahmadi Muslim women from across the country for spiritual reflection, Islamic education, fellowship and service.
Delivering the main address, the Upper West Regional Financial Secretary of Lajna Ima’illah, Asheeqah Nurain, challenged members to see the Qur’anic injunction not as a title of honour but as a responsibility to humanity.
The title of Khair-e-Ummat is not a medal that we wear around our necks. It is a responsibility that must be visible in our lives.”
She urged the women to demonstrate their faith through their conduct at home, in society and increasingly in the digital space.
“The best people raised for mankind do not spread gossip on WhatsApp, waste hours on TikTok, or stay silent when injustice trends online. Let Lajna be known for digital Taqwa.”
Asheeqah Nurain also stressed that the true test of a woman’s faith begins in the home, urging members to cultivate patience, honesty, compassion and righteousness in their families.
“Khair-e-Ummat begins with the individual. It begins in the heart. It enters the home, the family, the Jama’at and eventually society.”
The National President of Lajna Ima’illah Ghana, Hajia Anisa Nasirudeen Iddrisu, said the annual gathering provides women with an opportunity to deepen their spirituality, strengthen their relationships and improve their understanding of Islam.
She said the conference also promotes knowledge through Qur’anic recitation, quizzes and other activities, while encouraging women to make sacrifices and contribute to the welfare of humanity.
“Allah says that we Muslims are the best created for the good of mankind, and we cannot at any point in time neglect this important duty.”
Guest speaker Dr Jane-Frances Lobnibe, Dean of the School of Education and Lifelong Learning at UBIDS and a member of the Governing Council of Dr Hilla Limann Technical University, described the theme as a responsibility rather than a privilege.
“This verse is not a badge of honour at all. Indeed, I think that it is more of a job description.”
She identified the home, education, service to humanity, unity and the faithful representation of Islam as key responsibilities of Muslim women.
Dr Lobnibe urged the women to use their influence to shape future generations through knowledge, integrity and compassion.
“We were not brought forth to watch history happen. We were brought forth to shape it, in our homes first, and from there, outward into every corner of the world Allah has placed us in.”
The three-day conference climaxed in Wa on Saturday, September 5, 2026, with participants renewing their commitment to spiritual development, moral excellence and service to humanity.
By Ibrahim Abubakari Wangara
