2023 Ramadan and Sallah Programme

THE REPORT ON

Objectives of the Report:

This section of the report is intended to give a detailed analysis of the planning and execution of the Ramadan and Eid-el-Fitr programmes that were carried by the Foundation, with support from individuals, MDAs and NGOs, aimed at assisting the less privileged, widows, orphans and the IDPs. It is also to encourage those who have the means to support in Foundation in ensuring that Orphans, Widows, those in IDP Camps, and the less privilege in the society are taken into consideration in our every day activities.

Members of the Abuja National Mosque Da’awah and Welfare Foundation at IDP camp, Durumi, Abuja where food items were donated

Objective of the Ramadan and Eid-el-Fitr Programmes:

The Ramadan food and the Eid-el-Fitr meat distributions were aimed at assisting the less privileged in the society. Specic attention was paid to the less privileged (both Muslim and non-Muslim) individuals and families, Orphans and Internally Displaced Persons.

The Events:

2023 Ramadan Food Distribution:

The Abuja National Mosque Da'awah and Welfare Foundation as part of its mandate of ensuring the inclusion of the less privileged, especially during festive occasions, approached Stakeholders from both the Public and Private sectors, MDAs, NGOs, Civil Society Groups and individuals, for partnership in providing food items for over 5,000 persons during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Many responded positively towards the appeal. Among those who donated both in cash and in raw food items, include but not limited to the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Offce of the First Lady, HE Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria Army Offcers Wives Association, and several individuals who requested that their names should not be mentioned. Through their support and contribution, the Foundation's objective to provide food aid to those who are struggling to fulfll their basic food needs during the holy month of Ramadan was successfully achieved.

The items that were distributed by the Foundation, during the 2023 holy month of Ramadan included assorted food items (rice, semovita, spaghetti, macaroni, sugar, vegetable oil, maggi and tin tomatoes) in package 25kg to different individuals and families. Beneciaries were IDP Camps, Orphanages, needy individuals that hang around the National Mosque, and certain categories of staff of the National Mosque.

Distribution of Meat for Eid-el-Fitr:

The Foundation with the support of some Stakeholders of the National Mosque bought five Cows, slaughtered them and the meat was shared into portions and distributed to identifed widows and the less privileged. The Eid-el-Fitr distribution was carried out within the premises of the National Mosque, two days to the Eid celebration.

Distribution of Food Items, Used Clothing, Tea and Soap to Orphanage:

The Foundation with the support of the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, visited Eeqra Orphanage Home at Karu, Aliyatama Orphanage Home at Kabusa District, Al- Ansar Orphanage Home at Kuje. The Foundation also visited the IDP Camp at Durumi District, where used clothing and food items were distributed to the inmates.

Methodology for the Distribution:

The distribution of food items to the needy started on the 15 th April 2023 at 11:30am at the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camp at Durumi Area 1, Abuja, where 150 needy persons were provided with food package, and continued at 2:00pm, at the Conference Hall of the Abuja National Mosque, where over 430 people got packaged assorted food items. The distribution was open to all who needed food aid, regardless of their gender, tribe or religion. However, emphasis was given to the elderly, identied widows, and the physically challenged persons.

Volunteers:

The program was executed with the help of a team of 20 volunteers and members of the Abuja National Mosque Da'awah and Welfare Foundation. These volunteers were committed to serving the community and worked tirelessly to ensure that the distribution process was carried out smoothly.

Distribution Process:

The distribution process was carried out systematically to ensure that all the beneciaries received equal and fair treatment. Each recipient was given a number, and they were called in numerical order to collect their food items.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the food distribution to the needy during the holy month was successful. The locations that were selected for the distribution – IDPs Camp at Durumi, the Abuja National Mosque Conference Hall, Kuje and Mararaba Orphanages, afforded the Foundation the opportunity to provide food aid to the needy in these locations. A signicant number of needy people beneted. Most of the recipients expressed their gratitude to Abuja National Mosque Da'awah and Welfare Foundation, and through the Foundation, various donor individuals and agencies for the support they received. We believe that this program has made a positive impact on the less privileged in the Ummah and hope to organize similar programmes in nearest future, in accordance with the Foundation's strategic objectives.

Appeal:

We want to also use this medium to appeal to well-meaning and desiring Muslim Brothers and Sisters, willing to assist the less privileged in the society to partner with us in this regard. For enquiries, support and sponsorship please contact the officials on the following numbers: Chairman, 08031969182, Secretary 08036313301 and Chief Operation Officer 08033946559. Or visit us at the Administrative Block, Abuja National Mosque Complex, Central Business District, Abuja.

Appreciation:

We, at the Abuja National Mosque Da’awah and Welfare Foundation wish to use this medium to also express our gratitude to all Donors, who supported the exercise in cash and kind, as well as the Volunteers who worked tirelessly to make this program a huge success.

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2023 Ramadan and Sallah Programme