Sunyani: Justice Mariam Gyasi Jawhari, an Appeal Court Judge, has urged Muslim women to be guided by the teachings and dictates of Islam. She emphasized that adhering to Islamic principles would enable them to achieve self-development and contribute meaningfully to progressive and sustainable development.
According to Ghana News Agency, Justice Jawhari delivered this advice during the opening session of the 43rd Annual National Ijtema'a Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Women's Association of Ghana (Lajna Ima'illah) in Sunyani. She stated that by embracing divine truth and sound moral values, Muslim women can not only transform their own lives but also help shape a better nation for all.
The three-day convention, themed 'And as for those who strive in our path-we will surely guide them in our ways,' attracted members of the Association nationwide, with delegates also attending from neighboring Burkina Faso, Nigeria, and Togo. Justice Jawhari expressed concern over the growing trend of moral decadence and environmental destruction driven by society's relentless pursuit of wealth, noting that this excessive quest for financial prosperity contributes to widespread environmental pollution and threatens human survival.
She lamented the continued contamination and destruction of water bodies and the environment due to illegal mining activities. Furthermore, Justice Jawhari highlighted the adverse effects of technological advancement, which she said contributes to indecency, cyberbullying, and invasion of privacy. She remarked that while technology brings the world into our homes, it unfortunately exposes society to moral decadence, from shameless nudity to abusive language and the erosion of privacy.
Earlier, Hajia Anisa Nasirudeen Iddrisu, the National President (Sadr) of the Lajna Ima'illah Ghana, addressed the attendees by advising Muslim women to renew their faith and rely solely on Allah for guidance and strength. Ms. Quanta Mahmoud, the General Secretary of Jamia International, also voiced concerns about the negative influence of social media, which she noted is weakening the faith and moral discipline of many Muslim youths. She urged Muslim women to uphold Islamic values, lead exemplary lives, and strengthen their relationship with Allah.
