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13/12/2025

06 Days to Jalsa Salana Nigeria 2025

Hospitality is at the heart of Jalsa Salana

"Hospitality is a courtesy that is mentioned in the Qur’an and one that has always been the custom of prophets of God and their followers. It is a means to develop mutual love as well as to make an impression on others and bring them closer and thus open ways of Tabligh.

"We are aware of the excellent model of honouring of guests of the Holy Prophet (sa) and we know that his true and ardent devotee, the Promised Messiah (as) also paid great attention to this aspect. Allah had informed the Promised Messiah (as) that people would come to him in their droves and when people come to a strange place, they are guests.

"He thus received the revelation many times from Allah that people would come to him in their multitudes and that he should not be annoyed nor tire of meeting them. Huzur said there is counsel for us in this. The Langar (kitchen) of the Promised Messiah (as) is going to spread."

12/12/2025

07 Days to Jalsa Salana Nigeria 2025

Hadhrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (as) prays:

“I conclude with the prayer that everyone who travels for [attending] this Convention that is for the sake of Allah: May Allah, the Exalted, be with him, reward him in abundant measure, have mercy on him, ease up for him his circumstances of hardship and anxiety and eliminate his anguish and grief.

"May He grant him freedom from every single hardship and lay open for him the ways of [achieving] his cherished goals, and raise him up, on the day of Judgment, among those of His servants who are the recipients of His blessings and Mercy. May He be their Guardian in their absence until after their journey comes to an end.

"O Allah! O Sublime One and Bestower of bounties, the Ever Merciful and One Who Resolves all problems, do grant all these prayers, and grant us Victory over our opponents with scintillating signs, because You alone have all the prowess and power. Aameen! Aameen!!”

(Ishtihar 7 Dec. 1892, Majmoo`ah Ishtiharat Vol. I, Page 342).

10/12/2025

09 Days to Jalsa Salana Nigeria 2025

“... the Promised Messiah(as) has also stated: ‘God Almighty is neither pleased with your mere bodies nor your castes; He always looks at righteousness. The Promised Messiah(as) adds: ‘After death, castes disappear…the castes and tribes are classification tags and have nothing to do with Allah the Almighty. Love for God is created by righteousness and only that leads to higher spiritual ranks.’

"When we proclaim that we believe in and owe allegiance to the Imam of the Age who appeared according to the prophecies of the Holy Prophet(sa) it only means that we pledge to re-establish the righteousness that had been forgotten by the world so that the faith of the Holy Prophet Muhammad(sa) may be made firm and stable."

08/12/2025

11 Days to Jalsa Salana Nigeria 2025

Since the first day and year of Jalsa Salana instituted under divine guidance by Hadhat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (as), this blessed gathering has continued to blossom.

Just as the number of participants are increasing, it also continues to spread across the world, holding in major capital cities around the globe.

In less than two weeks from now, the 71st Jalsa Salana of the Nigerian Jama'at will be held in Ilaro, Ogun State.

Are you prepared to participate?

Are you aware of the immense spiritual benefits of the event?

Join us and share in the blessings of Jalsa Salana.

Jalsa Salana Mubarak!!!

07/12/2025

12 DAYS TO JALSA SALANA NIGERIA 2025

One Community!
One Leader!
One Motto!

Love for All, hatred for None!

Jalsa Mubarak!

05/12/2025

14 DAYS TO JALSA SALANA NIGERIA 2025

“Our Community has been established so that the Oneness of God may be proclaimed in the world and that mankind may be taught the path of righteousness.”

- Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (as)

Founded in 1889 by Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (peace be upon him) in the small town of Qadian, India, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community was established with a divine purpose - to revive the true teachings of Islam as practised by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). It came at a time when religion had become hollow, faith was fading, and spirituality was being overshadowed by materialism.

The Promised Messiah (as) declared that Islam’s true spirit lay in love, peace, and service to humanity. He called people back to God through reason, morality, and compassion, reminding the world that faith must inspire good works and transform human character.

Today, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community spans over 200 countries, bound together by the motto: “Love for All, Hatred for None.”

Members dedicate their lives to promoting peace, building schools and hospitals, assisting the needy, and upholding truth and justice wherever they live.

As we journey toward Jalsa Salana 2025, may we each renew our commitment to this noble mission - to live Islam through peace, service, and devotion.

04/12/2025

15 Days to Jalsa Salana Nigeria 2025

“Khilafat is the living link that keeps the Community connected to the purpose of Jalsa - to strengthen faith, to remind us of our responsibilities, and to bring us closer to Allah.”
- Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (aba)

“Wherever Jalsa is held, the world should witness in it the true spirit of Islam - peace, discipline, humility, and service.”
- Hazrat Mirza Tahir Ahmad (rh)

“Let every Khalifa’s call to Jalsa be heard as a call to righteousness - to reform oneself and to work for the good of mankind.”
- Hazrat Mirza Nasir Ahmad (rh)

Through Khilafat, Jalsa Salana has become a living tradition - one that transcends borders, languages, and cultures, reminding all of us that Islam’s message is universal and timeless.

02/12/2025

17 Days to Jalsa Salana Nigeria 2025

One of the most beautiful features of Jalsa Salana is the spirit of selfless service that fills its atmosphere. Long before the guests arrive, teams of volunteers - young and old, men and women alike - devote their time and energy to transforming the venue into a haven of peace and hospitality.

From setting up tents to preparing meals, managing traffic, maintaining order, and welcoming guests, every task is carried out with love, humility, and prayer. There are no wages, no complaints - only smiling faces and willing hands working for the sake of Allah.

This culture of service, known as “Waqar-e-Amal” (dignity of labour), was established by the Promised Messiah (peace be upon him) himself, who reminded his followers that service to humanity is service to God.

30/11/2025

19 Days to Jalsa Salana Nigeria 2025

The Khulafah have always emphasised that Jalsa is not merely a programme of speeches and meetings, but a spiritual convention meant to purify hearts and unite believers.

“Khilafat is the living link that keeps the Community connected to the purpose of Jalsa - to strengthen faith, to remind us of our responsibilities, and to bring us closer to Allah.”
- Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (aba)

“Wherever Jalsa is held, the world should witness in it the true spirit of Islam - peace, discipline, humility, and service.”
- Hazrat Mirza Tahir Ahmad (rh)

“Let every Khalifa’s call to Jalsa be heard as a call to righteousness - to reform oneself and to work for the good of mankind.”
- Hazrat Mirza Nasir Ahmad (rh)

Through Khilafat, Jalsa Salana has become a living tradition - one that transcends borders, languages, and cultures, reminding all of us that Islam’s message is universal and timeless.

As we prepare for Jalsa Salana Nigeria 2025, may we carry this legacy forward with devotion, discipline, and unity of purpose.

29/11/2025

20 Days to Jalsa Salana Nigeria 2025

Jalsa Salana is not just another annual event. It is a sacred convention established over a century ago by the Promised Messiah, Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (peace be upon him), the founder of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. His purpose was simple yet profound - to bring people closer to Allah, strengthen faith, foster love and brotherhood, and promote peace across the world.

Every year, Jalsa serves as a platform for reflection, renewal, and unity. It reminds us that true Islam is about service to humanity, humility before God, and unwavering pursuit of truth.

Ahmadiyya Zindabad!!!

28/11/2025

21 Days to Jalsa Salana Nigeria 2025

"The revelation given to the Promised Messiah (as) also alluded to the growth of the Community in terms of numbers as well as the development and enhancement of the sincerity and dedication of the people of the Community.

"Moreover, a great number of seekers of truth shall also continue to come and thus the hospitality will continue. The Promised Messiah (as) initiated the Langar Khana for this very purpose and called it an important matter among other important matters. Today wherever the Community is established there is a Langar Khana in operation."

27/11/2025

22 Days to Jalsa Salana Nigeria 2025

The timeless words from the Promised Messiah (as) and his successors on the true purpose and blessings of Jalsa Salana:

“This Convention should not be thought of as an ordinary gathering. Its true purpose is to strengthen faith, to increase understanding of religion, and to draw nearer to Allah.”
- Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (as)

“Those who attend Jalsa purely for the sake of Allah shall receive blessings unknown to those who remain behind. Every step they take towards it is rewarded.”
- Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (as)

“Jalsa Salana is a unique opportunity for Ahmadis to renew their spiritual pledge, learn from one another, and reflect upon the bounties of Allah.”
- Hazrat Mirza Bashiruddin Mahmood Ahmad (ra), Second Khalifa

“The atmosphere of Jalsa should be one of prayer, humility, and brotherhood - where every soul seeks only the pleasure of God.”
- Hazrat Mirza Nasir Ahmad (rh), Third Khalifa

“Jalsa is not a festival, but a spiritual workshop that prepares us to serve humanity with sincerity and devotion.”
- Hazrat Mirza Tahir Ahmad (rh), Fourth Khalifa

“Let every participant of Jalsa remember that this gathering is for the sake of Allah. Behave with patience, humility, and love - for this is what makes Jalsa truly blessed.”
- Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (aba), Fifth Khalifa

May these words remind us why we gather - not for show or ceremony, but to renew faith, strengthen unity, and glorify Allah.

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