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WID CONFERENCE THEMES 2006-2014

WID Conference Themes 2006-2014

The WID annual conferences are organized to achieve four (4) objectives as follows:

  1. Re-education of our members
  2. Create awareness among the larger society on topical issues and problems and proffer solutions
  3. Reevaluate and reassess the way and manner we conduct ourselves as a group and as Muslims
  4. Examine effectiveness of our activities

 

Kano-2006: “Da’awah ga aiki ba Ma’aikata

Kaduna-2007 “And hold firmly to the rope of Allah all together and do not become divided”

 

  1. Matsalolin da’awah da gudummawar mata wajen aikin da’awah
  2. Da’awah jiya da yau.
  3. Muhimmancin hadin kan masu da’awah
  4. Hanyoyin dogaro da kai domin aikin da’awah
  5. Siffofin mai da’awah da abinda ke karya da ‘awah.
  6. Kuma kuyi dandami da igiyar Allah gaba daya, kuma ka da ku rarrabu
  7. Fatima Zahra: Shugaban matan Aljanna.
  8. Sabbabin hanyoyin da’awah.

 

FCT-2008: “Khairun nas man Yanfa’unnas” – “the best people are those who benefit others”

 

Borno-2009: “Invite (all) to the way of thy Lord with wisdom and beautiful preaching; and argue with them in ways that are best and most gracious: for thy Lord knoweth, best who have strayed from His Path, and who receive guidance”. (16:125)

 

Niger-2010:”Help ye each other in righteousness & piety, but help ye not one another in hatred and rancour”

 

Sokoto-2011. Theme: “All of you are shepherds and you will each be questioned about your flocks”.

  • Ikhlas fid daawah-Bin Uthman

 

  • Cututtukan zuciya da maganinsu-Muhammad Gulam

 

  • Hanyoyin da shaidan ke halakar da dan Adam da yadda zaa kare su=Dr Ibrahim Sifawa

 

  • Yawan mace-macen aure da hanyoyin ragesu-Prof Jaafar Makau Kaura

 

  • Dukkan ku makiyaya ne kuma dukkanku ababen tambaya ne akan abun kiyon ku-Kabir Gombe
  • Kafafan watsa labarai da rawar da zasu taka wajen gyaran tarbiyyar matasa-Dr. Isa Maishanu

 

  • Gudummawar da mata muminai suka bayar ga addini da yadda zaayi koyi dasu-Muhammad Isa Talatar Mafara

 

Nasarawa-2012: “…Verily never will Allah change the condition of a people until they change it themselves”(Qur’an 13:11): Islamic perspectives to resolving the current state of insecurity.”

 

Jigawa-2013. Theme: And march forth in the way (which leads) to forgiveness from your Lord and paradise as wide as the heavens and the earth, prepared for Al- muttaqun (the pious)” ( Q3:133).

  1. Ayyuka da dabi’u da suke farantawa mahalicci suke haifar da alkhairi madawammi a cikin al’umma

 

  1. Nauyin da yake kan kowa-daidaikunmu da tarayyarmu a bisa kyautata tsakaninmu da mahalicci da ladubban yin haka-Mallam Muhammad Suleiman

 

  1. Kashe kashen ayyukan al’umma da suke haifar da fushin Allah(swt) da hanyoyin da fushinsa ke bayyana akan al’umma- Mallam Muhammad Bin Uthman.

 

  1. Kofar tuba, maanar tuba da kai’dojin taubah annasuha-Mal Muhammad Suleiman Adam

 

  1. Tuba mabudin alkhairi: falalarsa da tanadin da Allah(swt) yayi ga masu gaggawar tuba-Mal Aminu Daurawa

 

  1. Cutar HIV a matsayin fushin Allah a bisa al’umma da hakkin al.umma na kariyar kai da iyali-Dr. Nasir Sani Gwarzo

 

Zamfara-2014. Theme: “Kun kasance mafi alkhairin al´umma wadda aka fitar ga mutãne kuna umurni da alkhairi kuma kunã hani daga abin da ake ƙi, kuma kunã ĩmãni da Allah…..”(Qur’an 3:110)

  1. Musulunci A Aikace Ko A Karance, Me Zai Kaimu Gacci?-Mal Abdussalam baban Gwale

 

  1. Tsari da Hanyoyin Bada Ilmin Addini A Nigeria: Shin Muna Kan Hanya?-Mal Aliyu Saad Gamawa

 

  1. Daawah In Nigeria-Bil Hikmah Wal Mau’idha Hasanah Aw Bi Ghayriha?- Sheikh Muhammad bn Uthman

 

  1. Amfani Da Hanyoyin Sadarwa Wajen Da’awah-Shin Malamai Sun Shirya?-Mal Muhammad Sulaiman

 

  1. Malanta, Limanci, Wa’azi, Kafa kungiya, Kafa makaranta: Musulmi Ina tsari?-Dr Mansur Sokoto

 

 

FCT 2015- Theme

“As for those who strive in Our cause, We shall surely guide them to our ways, indeed Allah is with those who do good” (Al-Ankabut-29:69):

 

  1. Key note Address will derive its focus and content from the theme and will try to bring out the following:
  2. Ikhlas in daawah work
  3. Continuous self examination and seeking Allah’s guidance
  4. Importance of striving to improve ways, methods, styles, skills of offering daawah
  5. Importance of professionalism in da’awah work

 

Keynote: Da’awah and the Da’iy: values, the value proposition and tools for success – Dr. Basheer Umar (Chief Imam Al-Furqan Mosque Kano) 

Daawah da mai Da’awah: Muhimman Akidoji Amfaninsu da Hanyoyin Cin Nasara

 

Lecture Topics:

  1. New contexts and frontiers in Da’awah work- Sheikh Nuruddeen Lemu-2hrs (9am – 11am)- Sabbabin Yanayi da fadadar iyakokin aikin Da’awah
  • Changing scenarios in our societies-abundance of choices, automation, influence of environmental factors on children & youths interest in traditional modes of Islamic education. Importance of addressing contemporary problems & not complacency. Media & freedom of speech & how to prepare for this etc
  • Discussion session, questions, group work, resolutions- 2hrs

 

  1. Organizational Management in Daawah- Sheikh Mansur Ibrahim Sokoto

(Manhajar gudanar da kungiya ga daawah)

  • Shurah
  • Appreciating diversity in composition of members
  • Team building-each according to his strengths
  • Documentation (written, graphic, video)
  • Ikhlas and Adl
  • Seeking to improve continuously
  • Discussion Session, questions, group work, resolutions-2hrs

 

  1. Panel Discussion: Real challenges facing our work and ways to tackle them- Maryam Idris Othman, Rahma Idris Musa, Hajiya Zahra’u, Aisha Gombe (2hrs) Kalu balen da yake fuskantar aikinmu na da’awah da hanyoyin samun mafita

 

 

Katsina 2016- Conference Theme

“My Lord, enable me to be grateful for Your favor which You have bestowed upon me and upon my parents and to do righteousness of which You approve. And admit me by Your mercy into [the ranks of] Your righteous servants.” (Q27:19)

 

 

Keynote Lecture:

Epitomizing Gratitude to Allah: Our obligations as Muslims and Citizens towards Rebuilding Nigeria

(Siffantuwa da Godiyar Allah: Hakkokin Dake Kan Al’umma na Hobbasar Farfado Da Nigeria)

 

Topics

  1. Patience And Perseverance In Times Of Difficulty: Benefits And Impact

(Juriya Da Hakuri Lokacin Tsanani: Ina Bakin Zaren?)

 

  1. Citizens Obligations To Leaders And Strategies To Avoid Negative Expression Of citizen apathy

(Hakkokin Shugabanni Akan Al’umma: Kaucewa Ayyukka Da Dabi’u Masu Lalata Tsarin Shugabanni Na Tafiyar Da Mulki)

 

  1. Practical Ways Of Inculcating God-Consciousness As Citizens: How To Apply it in Children’s Upbringing to Make Them Agents of Positive Change in our Society

(Hanyoyin Cimma Taqwa A Rayuwarmu: Yaya Zamu Tabbaqa Shi A Cikin Tarbiyyar Yara Don Samar Da Nagartacciyar Al’umma?)

 

  1. Calling To Allah in Era of Economic Hardship: A Guide To Effective Techniques for Da’iyah

(Nagartattun Hanyoyin Aiwatar Da Da’awah a Yanayin Tawayar Arziki)

 

  1. Grooming future Muslim leaders: Analyzing the threat of Drug Addiction Among Youth populations in the North

(Tattalin Ulul Amri na Gobe: Ina Mafitar Yawaitar Shaye-Shaye Tsakanin Matasan Arewa)

 

  1. Bauchi 2017- Theme- “So, verily, with every difficulty, there is relief: (5) Verily with every difficulty there is ease” (Q94:5-6)

 

Keynote Lecture:

Thinking and behaving outside the box: Muslim Reflections on the past to chart a course for present and future survival.

(Nazari da hasashen mafita daga matsalolin wannan zamani don ci gaban al’umma) 

 

Required Coverage:

  • Examples/scenarios from the Qur’an on trials of a people as lessons for the present
  • Present challenges and modern solutions to overcome them-e.g. lifestyle change, (conscious effort to uplift standard of living), adapting to present realities in making family decisions, focus on health & sanitation, redirection of educational focus (science & technology, innovation), girl education, importance of short & long term planning, aggressive pursuit of goals, moving away from fatalism
  • Emphasis on the need to live in the present by preparing and utilizing modern tools and techniques rather than holding to ancient historical norms and realities

 

  1. Other Lectures:
  2. Practical vs theoretical prescriptions for times of hunger and poverty in Islam. (fuskantar talauci da yunwa a musulunci, a ilmance da aikace)

 

Required coverage:

  • Historical reference to occurrence of hunger and poverty in ancient Muslim communities. Historical strategies that were applied as solutions
  • Modern manifestation of hunger and poverty among the population with specific reference to Muslim Communities. Actual causes as analyzed through empirical research and surveys
  • Modern solutions to overcoming these twin problems as provided by modern research and innovation

 

  1. The Concept of Ta’aawun in Islam, its practical application in present times and the prominence of action over words in the Ummah.

(Ma’ana da manufar Taimakekeniya (Ta’awun) a musulunci: Hanyoyin aiwatar dashi a wannan zamani da muhimmancin musulunci a aikace maimakon a baki)

 

Required Coverage:

  • Definition of ta’awun. Application of ta’awun in ancient Muslim communities
  • How to apply the principles of ta’awun in the present times. Discuss in the context of prominence of action over words which is the bane of present Muslim societies.
  • Discuss Takaful, its advantage and its various structures. How can it be accessed and utilized?

 

  1. The Concept of Waqf, types, essential conditions and how to practicalize it in our present state. (Waqf da rabe-raben sa: Hanyoyin aiwatar dashi a yanayin al’ummar wannan zamani )

Required coverage:

  • Definition of waqf. Importance. Historical application in Muslim societies
  • Application of waqf in the present times-types of structures, waqf governance and actual derivable benefits for current societies

 

  1. The Responsibility on “leaders” (all levels of leadership) to ease the burdens of their citizens: A practical illustration of palliative measures. (Hakkin shugabanni wajen kirkiro hanyoyin sassautaawa al’umma a yanayin kunci)

Required coverage:

  • Concept of servant leader in Islam
  • Suggestions on specific interventions for leaders and governments at all levels that will help the people
  • The need for communities to be proactive in proposing local initiatives to tackle existing hardships and challenges.

 

  1. The importance of personal financial management and guidelines for incorporating and practicing it in individual and collective capacities. (Muhimmacin kyautata amfani da dukiya da hanyoyin aiwatar da shi a aikace)

Required coverage:

  • Definition of financial management
  • Importance at individual and organizational levels
  • Its application
  • Practical ways of promoting and imbibing it in present times. (Incorporating in Islamiyya syllabus, ta’alim sessions in masaajid, jumu’ah khutbah, etc.)

 

Kebbi 2018- Theme

“And that man can have nothing but what he strives for” (Q53:39).  –

Lecture Topics

Keynote Lecture:

Taking ownership of our collective heritage and future survival as one Ummah: Nigeria’s political culture and the significance of active citizenship: Shaykh Abdullahi Bala Lau

 

Required Coverage

  • Position of the Ummah as a role model for other communities & what makes it so
  • The situation of the current Ummah and the contributions of individuals and collectives to its present state
  • Consequences of negative political culture in our societies and individual & collective responsibility to change the narrative and approach
  • Need for grooming & encouraging good Muslims to aspire for political leadership

Lecture 1

Islamic scholars in the midst of a dislocated Ummah- A re-assessment

Required Coverage

  • Traditional role of scholars and Islamic institutions as providers of light in the Ummah
  • Changed dynamics of Muslim communities and the need for re-alignment of methods and approaches by religious leaders
  • The role of a Masjid as a strong community support structure not only a prayer place
  • The need for harmonization of messages among scholars and structured citizen engagement by religious leaders and institutions

Lecture 2

Muslim Politicians and their responsibility to Allah (swt)

Required Coverage

  • Politics in Islam-Ibaadah or Sinaa’ah
  • Citizens´ responsibility to monitor elected leaders
  • Elected leaders’ rights over their electorate
  • Handouts vs concrete development projects

Lecture 3

The Culture of Drug Use among the Ummah and its Amplification in the Political Sphere-A way forward

Required Coverage

  • Current indicators of drug use & abuse among Muslim populations and the  role of political actors
  • Traditional strategies in combating drug abuse and the impact so far
  • Re-alignment of remedial strategies and the role of different segments of society
  • Rehabilitation and post rehabilitation requirements-The need for community participation

Lecture 4

“The similitude of believers … is that of one body (Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 2586): The Role of Community members in developing and supporting their communities

Required Coverage

  • Individual responsibility towards uplifting communities we were born into
  • Is it only government’s responsibility to revive dilapidated schools, clinics and build drainages, skill acquisition centers and tutorial classes?
  • Being brothers keepers: the rights of neighbors in Islam. what have you done in your community to mentor young ones and guide them in their development process
  • What can we learn from other communities in Nigeria

Lecture 5

Rejuvenating the Contemporary Muslim Family

Required Coverage

  • What is breaking Muslim homes? Internal and external challenges couples are dealing with
  • What proven strategies help towards navigating challenges and building harmony in marriages
  • What is the implication of the Prophet Muhammad’s words “the best of you is he who is best to his family”?
  • What is the role of parents in building and sustaining marriages?

Kaduna 2019

Theme:

Believers! Enter wholly into Islam226 and do not follow in the footsteps of Satan for he is your open enemy. (Baqarah- 2:208)

 

Keynote Lecture:

A retrospective assessment of Excessive ritualization of the Islamic Message and its direct link to the present state of the Ummah in Nigeria. – Dr. Abubakar Sani Birnin Kudu

 

 

Lecture 1- Why do Muslims in Nigeria pay lip service to the teachings of Islam?

  • What is wrong with our method of teaching and learning?
  • Which cultural practices promote negation of known beliefs?
  • How can we change things for the better?

Lecture 2- Reconnecting with Allah through our actions- a guide for Muslims-

  • What is meant by having a connection with Allah?
  • How can it be achieved, inculcated and promoted?
  • What prevents one from having a connection with Allah?

Lecture 3- The Almajiri phenomenon in Northern Nigeria and the burden of society-

  • Why has the system persisted
  • What is the role of different segments of the society in its continuation?
  • What is the role of stakeholders especially Islamic NGOs in changing this system?
  • Tested Strategies for success

Remembrance of Allah (zikr) in word and action- This is open to suggestions please

  • What is meant by zikrullah?
  • How do we engage in zikr in all segments of our existence?
  • What are its benefits and how do these benefits reflect on the society?

 

  1. Institutionalizing Zakkah and Waqf as social safety nets for the Ummah

Dr Bashir AliyuUmar

  • Objective of Zakkah in Islam
  • Individual versus institutional disbursement of Zakkah: which will serve our societal needs best?
  • Waqf rules and advice on setting up and maintaining a Waqf fund

 

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