NAZAS disburses N77m Zakat to 210 beneficiaries
The Nasrul-Lahi-l-Fatih Society Agency for Zakat and Sadaqat (NAZAS) has disbursed N77 million to 210 beneficiaries. The beneficiaries received items such as washing machines, grinding machines, barbing salon equipment, and
The Nasrul-Lahi-l-Fatih Society Agency for Zakat and Sadaqat (NAZAS) has disbursed N77 million to 210 beneficiaries.
The beneficiaries received items such as washing machines, grinding machines, barbing salon equipment, and cheques to support their livelihoods.
Speaking during the disbursement at the Lagos State Secretariat Mosque Hall, Alausa, Ikeja, NAZAS General Manager of Alhaji Mufutau Adelotan, said the disbursement was part of the agency’s annual intervention programme.
He said over 210 beneficiaries were receiving support across health, education, empowerment, debt relief, monthly stipends, and the special train to fund scheme (TTFS).
According to him, beneficiaries were selected after applying and passing through the agency’s screening process.
He stated that the N77 million was the highest single disbursement done so far by the organisation.
“This is the first time we are disbursing this much, and it is going to get bigger in the future. We hope to receive more funds from donors so we can reach more vulnerable people,” Mr. Adelotan said.
The guest speaker, Dr Abdullahi Shuaib, said zakat is not merely about the sharing of wealth but about extending mercy, restoring dignity, giving hope, and fulfilling obedience to Allah.
Dr Shuaib, the Chief Executive Officer of AS and Associates, noted called on wealthy Muslims to regard their possessions as a trust from Allah, stressing that zakat is not a loss but a means of purification, protection, and increase.
He said paying zakat purifies wealth from greed, brings blessings into income, protects against unseen calamities, earns Allah’s mercy, and opens doors to unexpected provision.
He enjoined the beneficiaries to receive the support with dignity and gratitude, explaining that the assistance is a right ordained by Allah for those in need.
Dr Shuaib added that sincere payment and just distribution of zakat contribute to a healthier and safer society by reducing inequality, curbing envy, promoting compassion, and strengthening brotherhood.
NASFAT Vice President II, Alhaji Maroof Adedokun, congratulated the beneficiaries and urged wealthy Muslims to willingly submit themselves for zakat assessment.
Alhaji Adedokun said zakat assessment is part of the divine instruction to collect from the wealthy and distribute to the needy and vulnerable members of society.
Former Board Chairman of NAZAS, Alhaji Hafiz Bakare, congratulated NAZAS officials and appreciated donors for making the intervention possible.
He said accountability and trust remain major challenges in zakat collection and disbursement and praised the event for showing donors the impact of their contributions.
“Today’s event is excellent because donors are able to see the impact of their zakat. I want the committee to work harder to reach the N1 billion benchmark by next year,” he said.
Former President of NASFAT, Mr Niyi Yusuf, expressed satisfaction with the progress the agency has made and said it could attain the N1 billion benchmark within the next few years.
He urged beneficiaries to use the support prudently so they could become future zakat payers.
