NASRUL-LAHI-L-FATIH Society of Nigeria (NASFAT), yesterday, paid a courtesy visit to The Guardian newspaper, as part of activities marking its 30th anniversary. 
  
The delegation, led by the society’s eighth President, Alhaji Ayodeji Abdulwaheed Abdulrauf, shared NASFAT’s vision and mission, emphasising its role beyond being just a prayer group.
  
During the visit, NASFAT representatives outlined their anniversary programmes, which would culminate in a grand event at the society’s headquarters in Asese, Ogun State, later in March. 
  
They also expressed their desire to correct misconceptions about Islam and offered to serve as a point of contact for the media, whenever clarity was needed on Islamic matters.
  
Abdulrauf provided insights into NASFAT’s contributions to society, highlighting some of its key initiatives. He mentioned Fountain University, which was established by the society, and emphasised NASFAT’s commitment to accountability.   He also spoke about various services offered by the organisation, including its zakat programme (Nazas), health services (Nashim), legal council (Naslec), and missionary institute for training Islamic scholars. 
  
According to him, the society recently secured a radio licence for its media platform, Naskin (Kin Media), and has also launched NASFAT Activate, an ICT training programme that has helped many young people secure jobs, including international opportunities.  One of the key messages from NASFAT was its aim to show that Islam is a simple and accessible religion. 

As part of its 30th-anniversary activities, NASFAT has been carrying out community engagement programmes.  Last week, the society’s women’s wing visited schools to educate people on the dangers of drug abuse.  During the meeting, The Guardian assured NASFAT of its support and commitment to providing visibility for the society’s activities.