Ahmadiyya elders call for global peace, warn against World War III

THE Majlis Ansarullah Ahmadiyya Nigeria (MAAN), the elderly men’s wing of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at, has warned of the grave consequences of escalating global tensions.

The group emphasised the urgent need for world leaders to prioritise dialogue, justice and human dignity over narrow national interests.

The group stated these at its 49th Annual National Ijtema (Convention), which was in Akure, Ondo State, and attended by over 4,000 delegates from across Nigeria.

Held from Friday, August 22 to Sunday, August 24, the three-day convention was themed: ‘Listening to the Voice from the Wilderness to Avert Third World War’.

The gathering drew participation from a broad spectrum of society, including senior government officials, traditional rulers, religious scholars, professionals and grassroots community members. A total of 4,151 delegates were in attendance.

After a series of lectures, prayers and deliberations, the convention issued a communique centered on global peace, national unity and social responsibility.

In a message to the international community, participants warned of the grave consequences of escalating global tensions.

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Citing the teachings of the global head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the Ijtema emphasised the urgent need for world leaders to prioritise dialogue, justice and human dignity over narrow national interests.

The communique stressed that peace is not only the absence of war but the foundation of all human progress.

Delegates also extended the call for peace beyond global affairs to include familial and communal relationships, urging Nigerians to avoid “wars” in their homes, neighbourhoods and national discourse.

On domestic matters, the Ijtema urged Nigerian leaders to remain steadfast in promoting justice, equity and accountability.

Delegates advocated for inclusive governance as a vital tool for building national cohesion.

Interfaith harmony was also highlighted, with calls for religious communities to foster understanding and mutual respect.

The gathering reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful coexistence and constructive dialogue across all religious and ethnic lines.

In line with its commitment to social welfare, the convention successfully hosted a two-day medical outreach at the palace of the Iralepo of Isinkan.

Over 400 residents received essential healthcare services, including medical consultations, lab tests and free eye-glasses.

The outreach was widely commended as a model of community service.

The Ijtema expressed appreciation to the government and people of Ondo State, as well as traditional and religious leaders who supported the event.

It also extended special acknowledgments to the state governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa; the Deji of Akure, Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi; and the Iralepo of Isinkan, Oba Oluwagbemiga Ojo Ajimokunola Olofin-Adimula (Arulewolasi III).

The convention recognised the valuable contributions of security agencies and other dignitaries whose presence and goodwill messages added colour to the gathering.

The communique was signed and released on Sunday by the Publicity and Communique Committee of Majlis Ansarullah Ahmadiyya Nigeria.