Saheed Salawu

August 29, 2025

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.

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