Alhamdulillah Majlis Khuddamul Ahmadiyya Volta Region held its 4th regional rally on the 5th and 6th of July 2024 at Kpando Torkor in the Worawora Circuit. Dignitaries in attendance included Mr. Hanif Bipua Esq. (Sadr Mulk, MKAGH), Ing. Ibrahim Arkoh (Naib Sadr Administration MKAGH), Mr. Mustafa Kofi Amissah (Naib Sadr Southeast MKAGH), Maulvi Hafiz Aayatur-Rahman Abdullah (Koforidua Zonal Missionary and Muhtamim Tabligh MKA-GH), Mr Abdul Hadi Keelson Esq. (Naib Mutamad Mulk MKAGH), Mr. Mahmoud Nkrumah (Muhassib Mulk MKAGH), Mr Ahmad Kobina Benyarko (Muhtamim Mall MKAGH), Mr. Ishaque Essie (Naib Muhtamim Mall MKAGH), Mr. Hamza Obeng (Naib Muhtamin Atfal MKAGH) and Mr. Sadiq Koomson (Naib Muhtamin Ta’lim MKAGH).
Regional executives who were present included Mr. Suleiman Ankam (Regional President), Maulvi Abdul Rahman Yahya (Regional Missionary), Mr. Abdul Salam Inkoom (Regional Qaid), Mr. Dika Yakubu (Naib Qaid), Mr. Abdul Rahman Zumakpe (Umumi), Mr Ishmael Ewudzie (Former Qaid Illaqa), Mr. Abubakar Sadiq (Worawora Circuit Qaid), Muhammed Akabutu (Agbozume Circuit Qaid), Dr. Sadiq Ampadu (Ho Circuit Qaid), Muallim Ibrahim Nti (Dambai Circuit Missionary), Muallim Ahmad Junior (Krachi Circuit Missionary), Muallim Abdullah Kyei (Worawora Circuit Missionary) and Muallim Malik Antwi (Agbozume Circuit Missionary).
Invited guests who honored our invitation were, Honorable Sebastian Dei (NDC Parliamentary Candidate-Kpando), A.S.P. Mr Emmanuel Attigah(Kpando Municipal Commander), A.S.P. Mr. Prosper Soetor (District Crime Office-Kpando), Mr Hafiz Salifu(Deputy youth organizer NDC) and Mr Joshua Amenyogbe(Kpando Torkor Assembly Man).
Day 1, Friday 5th July, 2024
The program commenced with Jummah at about 1:30pm in the newly built Kpando Torkor mosque after members arrived from far and near. After Jummah the Atfal session followed, chaired by Mr. Hamza Obeng (Naib Muhtamim Atfal MKAGH) and Master Saeed Agyemang as his co-chair. The session commenced with introduction of the chairman, followed by Quran recitation by Bashirddin Luqman Inkoom. An Arabic poem was recited by Abdul Razak Homor, which was followed by the Atfal pledge; led by Ibrahim Boateng. Muallim Malik Antwi gave the opening prayer paving way for the main speaker to address the audience. Addressing the audience with the topic: Love for Khilafat, Master Bashiruddin Luqman Inkoom told his fellow Atfal that, the treasure we Ahmadies have is khilafat. We must cherish it and safeguard it for our success. We should always pray for the Khalifa because he always prays for us.
It was time for songs of praise and that was beautifully done by Worawora muqam Atfal. The co. chairman gave his remarks and Abdul Salam Inkoom Junior followed with vote of thanks. The session was ended with closing prayer by Maulvi Abdul Rahman Yahya.
It was time for Sports, and it was chaired by Mr. Mahmood Nkrumah. Both the Atfal and Khuddam changed into their sports costumes and moved to a football field a few meters away from the rally grounds. The Atfal had their game first and then Khuddam. We moved back after the games, we had supper and prepared for the evening session.
The evening session was chaired by Mr. Abdul Salam Inkoom. We observed Maghrib and Isha by 7:30pm, after which academic competitions followed. Quran recitation, Quran and Ahadith memorization, Salat performance and its meaning, adhan calling, were some of the competitions held. We ended the days program at about 9:30pm. Alhamdulillah.
DAY 2, SATURDAY 6TH JULY, 2024
The dawn session was chaired by Ing. Ibrahim Arkoh. After Tahajjud, Dr Sadiq Ampadu addressed the congregants on, The need for first aid. He explained what first aid was, and urged us all to acquaint ourselves with the knowledge of it, so that in times of emergency our knowledge of first aid may be of help. We said Fajr salat and a dars on the topic Family life of a Muslim, an example by the Holy Prophet, was delivered by Maulvi Abdul Rahman Yahya. Advising us with his dars he said that, like the Holy Prophet, a Muslim should live a simple life and always put his trust in Allah for all his needs and his survival. By 7:00am members took breakfast and got prepared for the final session.
Members got seated at 9:00am and welcomed the arrival of the chairman of the session who was the Sadr, and his entourage. Recitation of the Holy Qur’an was done by Muallim Ishmael Ahmad Junior. An Arabic poem with translation was done by Muallim Abdullah Kyei. Maulvi Abdul Rahman Yahya opened the session with a prayer and the Khuddam pledge was led by the Sadr Mulk. Mr. Abdul Salam Inkoom gave a welcome address after the dignitaries were introduced by Mr. Dika Yakubu. Songs of praise was led by Muallim Abdullah Kyei to pave way for the keynote speaker on the topic INSTILLING GOOD MORALS AND SPIRIT OF SACRIFICE IN THE SECOND CENTURY OF AHMADIYYAT IN GHANA - THE ROLE OF THE AHMADI YOUTH, By Maulvi Hafiz Aayatur-Rahman Abdullah. Maulvi sahib dealt extensively with the topic. Advising members he said that, we should always endeavor to take part in every jamat initiative. He stated that the bliss we enjoy today are the fruits of the efforts of our forefathers. It is now our turn to also pay for the services of our future generations.
His speech was followed by a song of praise by Mahama of Nyekornakpoe.
Annual report was rendered by Mutamad Illaqa; Muallim Ibrahim Nti. Fraternal messages were taken from patrons of the Volta Zone and all the invited quests. Award presentation followed, in which 10 certificate of merit and 5 certificate of honor were awarded to some of the hardworking Khuddam and Atfal.
It was time for the chairman’s remarks, which was welcomed by songs of praise by the patrons of the Zone.
The chairman took his remarks from a book titled Point To Ponder (Topic: The Gatekeeper) He drew our attention to the utmost obedience of a gatekeeper; Tolstoy, and the manner in which the King made him rose through ranks and became superior to the prince and had him (the prince) punished. He urged all of us to inculcate the habit of obedience. For in obedience lies unexpected success, greatness and honor.
Vote of thanks was done by Mr. Dika Yakubu. There was an announcement, and a closing prayer said by Muallim Abdullah Kyei at about 2:00pm.
We had and exhibition where jamat literature were displayed, of which some were donated to our guests. We also had some local drinks prepared by Muallim Abdullah Kyei which included Sobolo and tiger nut drinks. They tasted so delicious; each guest who entered the exhibition room took not less than two cups of the drinks.
After the exhibition, Zuhur and Asr salat were said. We took our lunch, tidied up the rented premises and departed to our destinations.
Alhamdulillah.
Observation
- The program was highly successful and would be a yardstick for future Zonal rallies. May Allah Almighty greatly reward our regional Qaid and his executives.
- The translation into local language by the Regional President, Mr Suleiman Ankam attracted passersby to also partake in the program.
