Al-Mustaqeem Newsletter

Al Mustaqeem Newsletter for Monday, January 8, 2024

 

As-salam Alaykum Warahmatullah Wabarakatuh,

MSSN Unilag extends you a warm welcome back to school, as you look to finish the semester on a high note. 

We trust that you've had a rejuvenating holiday and are now geared up for the work that lies ahead.

The holiday is gone, and it's time to dive back into the academic grind. 

The countdown has begun, with undergraduate exams looming just 35 days away. 

As you fine-tune your convocation rice strategies, remember to allocate ample time to prepare for your upcoming examinations.

Here is your Monday Morning Tea, a motivational boost to kickstart your week and keep you focused on your academic pursuits. 

Monday Motivation

"When life gives you Monday, dip it in glitter and sparkle all week," goes the saying. 

Look at today not merely as the start of the week, but as a pacesetter for success. Establish your goals, raising the bar for the week ahead. As you achieve these milestones, you'll find that today's efforts will illuminate the entire week.

Approach today's tasks with zeal and determination, turning each sub-goal into a sparkling accomplishment. Remember, the dedication you show today sets the rhythm for the entire week.

Forgotten Sunnah

Do you sometimes get distracted or hear whispers during Solah? 

It's Shaytan at work and you must fight back. 

One of the companions, Uthman ibn Abi’l-‘Aas, complained to the Prophet about this problem. 

He said, “O Messenger of Allah, Satan interferes between me, my prayer and my recitation, and he makes me confused.” 

The Messenger of Allah said:

“That is a devil called Khinzab. If you feel that, then seek refuge with Allah from him (e.g ‘Audhu Billahi min-as-shaytaanir rajeem) and spit dryly to your left three times.  He said: I did that and Allah took him away from me. (Muslim)”

Prophet Muhammad has indeed provided us with the weapons to fight all our battles in this Dunya. Peace And Blessings of Allah Be Upon Him. 

MSSN News 

2023 IVC camp ends on a high note. 

The just concluded Islamic Vacation Course, a camping programme organized by MSSN Lagos State was a hit, and many members of MSSN Unilag were present to experience all the amazing activities the central branch had for us. 

The event, titled 'The Benchmark’ featured several activities such as memory lane, ma'ayasha(hadith reflection), career talk and development, dawah classes, Arabic Village, Arabic day, soul uplifting lecture sessions, and a singles and married seminar. 

In all, it was an enthralling experience for all the people present, not to worry, if you were absent, this is a new year, make sure to prepare for another camping programme in December, as it is an annual programme. 

MSSN UNILAG activities resume following the conclusion of the year-end break

The two weeks end of the year break given to us, has finally been exhausted, school has finally resumed, and so has MSSN Unilag activities. 

Don't forget to be updated and attend all our amazing programmes and events laid down for your betterment and religion elevation like the Tuesday night programmes, Madrasah and Tahfeez sessions, faculty forums, and hostel Usrahs. 

Opportunities For You

In this section, we share exceptional opportunities that can be pivotal to your career and life growth. 

The West African Research and Innovation Management Association (WARIMA), University of Lagos Chapter is set to host its 15th Workshop and Conference as scheduled below:

Date: Monday, January 29 – Thursday, February 1, 2024

Time: 10:00 a.m. daily

Venue: Tayo Aderinokun Lecture Theatre, University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos

For further enquiries, kindly contact the Research Management Office, UNILAG via: researchinnovation@unilag.edu.ng