The Nasrul-lahi-li Fathi Society of Nigeria (NASFAT) Zakat and Sadaqah Committee Kaduna State Branch said 41 persons have benefited from its 2023 annual zakat distribution and empowerment programme for the less privileged.
In his remarks, the Chairman Zakat/Sadaqah committee Nasfat Kaduna Branch Abdulrazaq Zulkanaini said for the year 2023, the committee generates N3,705,513 which will be distributed to 41 vulnerable people with empowerment items.
He listed some of the items to be distributed to include, deep Freezers, Grinding Machines, Sewing Machines, Provisions, Food Stuffs, Chemical Spraying Machine, Fertilizers, Payment of debt, and Medical bills Payment, amongst others.
According to the chairman, the aim of distributing empowerment equipment and materials is to reawaken the commandment of Almighty Allah and Sunnah of His Messenger.
“Through Zakat/Sadaqah committee activities, we have been able to bridge the gap between the rich and less privileged in the Society,” he said.
While calling on the beneficiaries to always be sincere in whatever they do
The group also calls on Kaduna state to partner with NASFAT in the area of palliatives which would be distributed within the indigent’s cushion the effect of the current economic situation
Speaking at the event, Alhaji Akeem Adeniyi, Branch Chairman, of NASFAT Kaduna Branch enjoined Muslims who have the means to pay zakat, as instructed by Allah among the five pillars of Islam.
While noting that the payment of Zakat is compulsory and mandatory for every Muslim who has the means to do so.
He then added that the importance of Zakkat can not be over-emphasised, as parts of the benefits attached to giving Zakkat are enormous.
Adeniyi further charged Muslims who have the means to pay zakat, adding that doing so reduces poverty among the people.
The Chairman also appealed to the beneficiaries and recipients of the empowerment equipment to make good use of them so that they can also be part of the people who would pay Zakkat next year.
Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Balarabe assured NASFAT of the Kaduna State Government’s support in carrying out its activities.
Represented by Muktar Zubairu, Special Assistant to the Kaduna State Governor on Non-governmental Organisation (NGO) said that state government doors will always be open to offer its support.
She also called on beneficiaries to make good use of the items given to them adding that, there is also a need for a feedback mechanism to ensure that beneficiaries use the items given to them well.
On her own part, former Kaduna State Commissioner for Human Services and Social Development, Hajiya Hafsat Baba, has described NASFAT as an association that is committed to supporting less privileged in society.
Hajiya Baba however appealed to all to continue contributing and to support people with disability in the state.
Dominica Nwabufo
