About 30 families received various forms of material support from the Foundation, as the Board and management of the Sakirat Atanda Hope Foundation (SAHF) held the second edition of its annual Ramadan Lecture in Lagos at the weekend.
The theme of the lecture, which was delivered by Dr Rasaq Bolawaye Uthman, Missioner and Imam, Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria, Ipaja, was “Islamic Mode of dressing as antidote to indecent behaviour.”
Speaking at the well attended programme held at the FARZ Event Place, Ashipa, Ayobo-Lagos, Dr Uthman explained the importance of modesty in dressing, saying this has both religious, cultural and social implications.
He explained how indecent dressing has led some people to ruin while some have good fortune through appropriate dressing. He advised the youth not to get carried away by the pressure of western values promoted through the media and to safeguard their own future through proper dressing.
The lecturer also praised the organisers of the event for their contribution to social harmony, saying the works of the Foundation should serve as a good example for others to follow.
The lecturer, who said the theme could not have been better chosen, said its significance could be better appreciated because it came during the holy month of Ramadan.
Ramadan, he said, teaches us lessons about how to live within reason and how to appreciate the life of the less privileged in the society and not constitute nuisance to other members of the society.
In his welcome address, the Chairman of the Foundation, Mr Olayiwola Atanda reiterates that the gathering was held in loving memory of the family’s late beloved matriarch, Mrs Atanda Sakirat Omolabake Abiodun.
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“Through this foundation, her legacy of compassion and service to humanity continues to live on,” he said.
“Our mission at the Sakirat Atanda Hope Foundation is to bring hope, care and support to the less privileged; to provide aid to orphanages and to assist individuals battling kidney-related health challenges.
” Through compassion-driven initiatives and sustainable fundraising efforts,we strive to upliftl Ives. promote health awareness and creating lasting impact in our communities – ensuring that no one is left behind in their time of need.”
According to him, the key objectives of the Foundation include:
Assisting individuals suffering from kidney-related health issues.
Offering financial aid for dialysis, transplant and treatments for those in need.
Raising awareness about kidney disease, its prevention,and early detection.
“These initiatives are capital intensive and require strong partnerships, donation drives and the support of well-meaning individuals and organizations,” he said.
He informed the audience that since inception in 2024/2025, the Foundation has achieved the following:
*Donation of four brand-new wheelchairs to lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH).
*Distribution of welfare packages to selected onpanage homes in Ayobo and Baruwa
*Tiling of the women’s wing of Ashipa Central Mosque.
*Cash support to 20 beneficiaries during the 1st edition of its Public Lecture.
*Sponsorship of dialysis sessions for 10 patiants at the Renal Dialysis Centre, LASUTH.
Atanda said some of the projects for the year 2026,by the grace of Allah,our plans include dstribution of foodstuff welfare packages to 30 beneficiaries (which was done at the hall), organizing a medical outreach for about 150 community members to create much-needed health
lawareness; Reaching out to selected orphanage homes with welfare support; and sponsorship of dialysis treatment for 20 patients at the Renal Dialysis Centre at LASUTH.
“We humbly invite all well-meaning individuals. organizations, and partners to support the initiatives of the Sakirat Atanda Hope Foundation,” he said. “Together we can bring hope relief and meaningful support to those in need.
May Almighty Allah accept our efforts as acts of ibadah and reward every contributor abundantly.”
Present at the event was the Chief Imam of Ashipa Central Moaque, Alhaji
Abdullah Omotayo Basheer (who also served as Chief Host), other distinguished Imams from the community, as well as members of the Erin Osun community in Lagos.
Images of some of guests at the programme:
