Shahid Ahmad Masud, Regional Missionary, Ivory Coast
In November 2024, two mosques were inaugurated in Ivory Coast.
On 9 November 2024, the inauguration ceremony of the Bait ul Hafeez Mosque was held in Ivory Coast, which was attended by Amir Jamaat Ivory Coast, Abdul Quyyom Pasha Sahib, along with the national amila members. Deputy Governor, Mr Edi Andre, was also present at the ceremony. The ceremony began with a recitation from the Holy Quran, followed by a poem and an introduction to Islam Ahmadiyyat. Afterwards, Amir Sahib spoke on the importance of building mosques. In the end, the Deputy Governor spoke and praised the efforts of Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya for world peace. Amir Sahib, along with the Deputy Governor, unveiled the plaque of the mosque, followed by silent prayer. About 300 people participated in this blessed event.
Thereafter, on 10 November 2024, Bait ul Hameed Mosque and a library were inaugurated in Issia City. Amir Jamaat Ivory Coast, the Governor’s representative, the Deputy Governor, the Deputy Mayor, and the Chief Imam were present. The formal proceedings started with a recitation from the Holy Quran, followed by a brief introduction of Ahmadiyyat. National President of Humanity First, Yahiya Ouattara Sahib, spoke about Humanity First. Amir Jamaat Ivory Coast delivered a speech on the importance of mosques and the responsibilities of Ahmadi. The Deputy Governor praised the humanitarian works of Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya and expressed personal admiration for the Jamaat. At the end, they unveiled the commemorative plaques of the mosque and library. About 215 people participated in this event.