Indonesian lessons for secular India Nov 22, 2009
As in Pakistan, the tiny Ahmadiyya community is under attack for departing from mainstream Sunni orthodoxy. by claiming that their founder, Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (1835-1908), received revelations directly from God. (India Times, India)
Horror In Accra: Church Landguard Butchered Nov 18, 2009
The church claims the property belongs to them and that they have registered documents covering the land whilst the other faction, hinted as the Ahmadiyya Muslim Movement, is also claiming it, said Superintendent Sylvester Bawiise Boyuo, the Accra Regional Operations Commander. Describing the development as unfortunate, he said the Word Miracle Church International last Friday sought the assistance of the Police to supervise the demolition of the structures following the court ruling. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Avenor squatters ejected Nov 13, 2009
However, upon the arrival of the decongestion team, a young man, Hafiz Ahmed who claims to be a caretaker of the land resisted action and engaged the police from carrying out the demolition exercise, saying that the land belongs to the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission. Other occupants of the structures set fire into the wooding structures after packing their belongings out of them. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
In Cambodia, a threatened tribe of Islam Oct 30, 2009
The Imam San community is losing numbers to other Muslim sects, including the Salafi, Jamaat Tabligh and Ahmadiyya, which have international standing and deeper pockets, he said. In particular, young Imam San followers who are sent to Phnom Penh to continue their studies face pressure from other Muslim communities to convert to orthodox Islam. (Asia Times Online)
Community leaders asked to stop engaging the youth in conflicts Oct 6, 2009
Naa Braimah said this at the 26th annual national rally of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Elders' Organization at Wa at the weekend that was held under the theme: "peace and reconciliation an imperative for national development". The three-day rally attracted adult adherents of the faith from all regions of the country and took the form of prayer sessions, recitation and translation of Arabic poems and verses from the Holy Koran, speeches and sermons by eminent Ahmadiyya Muslim scholars ... Maulvi Wahab... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Newmont Chiefs Dishonoured Oct 6, 2009
In conclusion, YAG demanded that government should subject the decisions relating to the Newmont Akyem project to public discussion which would involve identifiable groups such as the Christian Council of Ghana, NGOs, the Ghana Trades Union Congress, the Catholic Bishops Conference of Ghana, the media, the Ghana Muslims Council, the Ahmadiyya Movement, the National Union of Ghana Students, Political Parties, Gender Groups, Parliamentarians among others. The Forest Reserves are national... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Ahmadiyya Muslim elders hold annual rally at Wa Oct 5, 2009
(Seidu), GNA - Maulvi Abdul Wahab Adam, Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission in Ghana has called on Ghanaians to tolerate and respect one another for the sustenance of the country's peace and development ... He was speaking at the 26th national annual rally of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Elders Organization at Wa on Friday which attracted adult adherents of the faith from all parts of the country with "peace and reconciliation: an imperative for national development" as the theme ... He commended the... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
DCE appeals to Muslims to use Ramadan to end Bawku conflict Sep 24, 2009
"Ghana cannot know peace whilst a part is boiling in conflict," Mr. Adioo-Mensah said when addressing Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission at Gomoa Simbrofo near Apam during the Eid-ul-Fitr prayers. He said indulgence received from the fasting would be meaningless if they should go back to attack their opponents. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Muslim women fed hungry in the month of Ramadan Sep 22, 2009
The Dallas chapter of Lajna Imaillah, the womens auxiliary of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community is launching a community outreach project, Feed the Hungry ... The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community (AMC) is a dynamic, reformist and fast growing international movement within Islam. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Maulvi calls for unity, discipline Sep 22, 2009
Accra, Sept 21, GNA - Maulvi Wahab Adam, Ameer (Head) and Missionary in-charge of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission in Ghana, on Monday underscored the need for unity and discipline among societies ... Delivering a sermon during the Eid-ul-Fitr celebration at the Ahmadiyya Muslim Conference Centre at Ashongman in Accra, Maulvi Adam said all must eschew their religious or ethnic diversity and political differences to ensure the building of a just, humane and caring posterity for the nation. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Muslims round off Ramadan with prayers for the nation Sep 22, 2009
Ahmad Boaheng, Tema Circuit President of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission, led the Ahmadis in prayers at the Mission's Regional Headquarters at Community Five. Prayers were said for Allah's guidance and protection for the leaders of the country. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Maulvi Wahab Adam calls for genuine belief in God Aug 25, 2009
Bolgatanga, Aug 24, GNA - Maulvi Dr. Wahab A. Adam, Head and Missionary in-charge of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission in Ghana, has called on religious leaders and parents to focus more on preaching and counselling that would imbibe in the youth genuine belief in God and the reality of divine intervention in human affairs ... Maulvi Wahab Adam said this on Saturday at Bolgatanga at the 30th National Annual Rally of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Organization which was on the theme, "Materialism, a major... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Women must partner government to eradicate superstitious beliefs Aug 10, 2009
Mrs Iddrisu was speaking at the 30th National Annual Rally of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Women's Association in Kumasi on Saturday. The two-day rally was under the theme: "Eradication of Superstitious Beliefs, Pre-Requisite for Social and Spiritual Development". (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Chief assists two schools in the Asokore Traditional Area Aug 8, 2009
Asokore (Ash), Aug 7, GNA - Nana Dr. Susubribi Krobea-Asante, Omanhene of Asante-Asokore Traditional Area , has donated 5,000 dollars and GH3,000 in support of two schools in the area These are the Ahmadiyya Senior High School and the Methodist Junior High School, both at Asokore. The money is meant to assist to put into good shape structures in the two beneficiary institutions. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
33rd Ahmadiyya Annual Convention concludes - Many Dignitaries and over 15,000 Delegates attended Jun 29, 2009
MISSISSAUGA, ON, June 29 /CNW/ - The three-day, 33rd Annual Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community concluded on June 28, 2009 with representation from all levels of government, members of the media and over fifteen thousand delegates from Canada On the final day of the conference, Mr. Farhan Khokhar, the National Communications Director of Canada's Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, spoke of the future of Islam in the West ... The keynote address was delivered by Mr. Naseem Mahdi, Senior Vice... (Canada Newswire)
33rd Ahmadiyya Annual Convention Examines Religious, Contemporary, and Moral Issues Jun 28, 2009
MISSISSAUGA, ON, June 28 /CNW/ - Over fifteen thousand participants attended the second day of the 33rd Annual Conference of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, a three-day event being held at the International Centre, Mississauga (Derry and Airport Roads). The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, which is know worldwide for its motto, "Love for All, Hatred for None", has been hosting such conferences for over a century throughout the world ... During the conference's second day, scholars discussed, amongst... (Canada Newswire)
Canada's Ahmadiyya Muslim Community hosts its 33rd Annual Conference Jun 26, 2009
MISSISSAUGA, ON, June 26 /CNW/ - On June 26-28, 2009, fifteen thousand members and special guests of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community are expected to attend the 33rd Annual Conference to be held at the International Centre, Mississauga (Derry and Airport Roads). The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, which is know worldwide for its motto, "Love for All, Hatred for None", has been hosting such conferences for over a century throughout the world ... According to Mr. Lal Khan Malik, the President of... (Canada Newswire)
Education is the crucible to national development-Chief Jun 3, 2009
Nana Asante said this when he laid a foundation stone for the construction of an assembly hall for T.I.Ahmadiyya Senior High School at Asokore near Effiduase in the Sekyere East District on Monday. The Chief, who had donated 5,000 dollars towards the project, said the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission had done a lot in education and health to the people in the area and the nation as a whole. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
NDC Govt will not renege on campaign promises- Mills May 31, 2009
President Mills would on Saturday pay courtesy calls on the Chief Imam of Wa, Maulvi of Ahmadiyya Muslim mission, Tendambas, Christian Council of Ghana and finally round-up his two-day visit by addressing the Chiefs and people of the region at Wa. 30 May, 2009. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Mills to pay a two-day visit to the Upper West Region May 30, 2009
He will call on the Chief Imam of Wa, Maulvi of the Ahmadiyya Mission, Yeri-Naa (Chief of muslim community), Tendambas, Zongo chiefs and the Christian Council of Ghana on Saturday. The President would also address a durbar of chiefs and people and inspect on-going projects in the regional capital. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Parliamentary proceedings to be broadcast live May 12, 2009
Mr. I.K Gyasi Former Headmaster of TI Ahmadiyya Senior High School who moderated admonished the media to use the powerful influence to make or unmake personalities in high positions positively. He said they should not abuse that power by tarnishing the hard won image of politicians and be humble enough to apologise when they are faulted. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission rehabilitates 40 boreholes in north May 12, 2009
Chiana (U/R), May 11, GNA - The Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission is rehabilitating 40 boreholes in the Upper East and Northern regions at a cost of 60,000 Ghana cedis. Twenty boreholes, most of which were drilled in the 1970s and the 1980s, are being rehabilitated in each region under the 'Water for Life' Programme of the Mission's 'Humanity First Project', a Charity organization that addresses the development needs of communities. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Malaysian Extremists Deny Ahmadiyya Religious Freedom Apr 30, 2009
In its latest religious edict issued on April 24, 2009, the Majlis Agama Islam Selangor (MAIS), the highest religious authority in the State of Selangor second only to the Sultan, prohibits the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Malaysia from praying in and otherwise peacefully utilizing their Bait-us-Salam (House of Peace) Mosque ... Responding to the news, Lal Khan Malik, President of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Canada, said, "It saddens me to note that instead of informing the world of the... (Canada Newswire)
Maulvi calls for peace on earth Apr 28, 2009
Tema, April 27, GNA - The Tema Circuit of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission on Sunday held its annual conference with a call on mankind to re-examine their lives and reconcile with others, to ensure peace for the present and succeeding generation. Maulvi Raghib Zia-Ul Haq, Greater Accra Regional Missionary of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission said "the search for peace comes from the heart and the voice that comes from the heart is the only one that establishes real peace because it is based on love and... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Otumfuo assures Muslims Apr 19, 2009
Led by National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osumanu Nuhu Sharubutu and the Ameer and Missionary in- charge of Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission in Ghana, Maulvi Dr. Wahab Adam, the delegation donated a ram to the king ... Among Other dignitaries present were Sheikh Imrana Musah, Regional Chief Imam, Alhaji Husseini Wofa, a member of the Tijaniyya Movement of Ghana and Maulvi Masroor Ahmed Muzaffar of the Ashanti Regional Missionary of Ahmadiyya Muslim. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nyinahin Traditional Council awards best 2008 BECE candidate Apr 18, 2009
Currently attending the T.I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School in Kumasi, Twumwaa was a pupil at the Nyinahin Salem Junior High School. Nana Amanpene Twum Boateng, chief of Nyinahin who presented the cash to Twumwaa, lauded the young girl for her outstanding performance which has brought glory and pride to the district, her parents and the school. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Holy Quran serves as an instrument for unity-Maulvi Adam Mar 30, 2009
Accra, March 29, GNA-Maulvi Wahab Adam, Ameer and Missionary in-charge of the Ahmadiyya Mission Ghana on Saturday said the Muslim scripture is an instrument for guiding and uniting people of different races colours and creed ... "So far, the Holy Quran has been translated into 120 languages of the world including English, Greek, Japanese, German, Dutch, Ki-Swahili and Yoruba. What is of crucial importance to the Ahmadiyya Muslim community is that the publication of every translation should be... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Council of State member says role models are too corrupt Mar 27, 2009
The workshop was organized on the theme, "Zero Tolerance for Corruption, the role of the religious bodies in Ghana," by the Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII) in collaboration with the National Catholic Secretariat, Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission and the Christian Council of Ghana. Source:GNA. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
"Reflections-A Journey Towards Peace" launched Mar 21, 2009
Speaking at the launch, the author, Maulvi Abdul Wahab Adam, Ameer and Missionary-in-charge of Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission, Ghana, said he decided to put together his reflections in a book because of the impact that each piece made on men ,women, young and old, shape their thoughts , change their attitudes and spur them on to action. He said in one of the themes in the book, he reflected on the beauty of a garden, in the diversity of the size of its trees, and the colours of its flowers as well as... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Ahmadi Physicians Murdered in Pakistan for their Faith Mar 17, 2009
Members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community are persecuted despite their unblemished history as peace loving citizens ... He had served at the Fazl-e-Umar Hospital (a hospital run by the Ahmadiyya Community in Rabwah, Pakistan) and was working at the local hospital in Wapda Colony, Multan ... "What occurred in Multan yesterday was an act of such cruelty that it can never be comprehended by decent and peace loving people. . . . Pakistan is a country that is currently facing absolute ruin. Amongst... (Canada Newswire)
Regional Minister wants Wa chieftaincy dispute out of court Feb 25, 2009
Maulvi Mohammad Yasin, head of the Ahmadiyya Mission in Wa, pledged the support of the Mission to the government and the Regional Coordinating Council in their efforts to develop the region. Similar courtesy calls were also made to the Yeri-Naa, Alhaji Muqtar Mustapha and the Tendambas. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Religious bodies must fight corruption - Maulvi Adam Feb 19, 2009
Dr Wahab Adam whose speech was read by Maulvi Yusif Yawson was speaking at the opening of an Ethics Workshop organized by the Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII) in collaboration with the Christian Council of Ghana, National Catholic Secretariat and the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission in Accra. The seminar which is on the theme: "Zero tolerance against corruption campaign: The role of religious bodies in Ghana" was aimed at harnessing and sharing experiences, expertise and skills of religious bodies in... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
