About Us
ASHRAAF Islamic Foundation is a faith-based and not-for-profit organization through Islamic and Humanitarian programmes.
ASHRAAF Islamic Foundation is a faith-based and not-for-profit organization through Islamic and Humanitarian programmes and projects are being reeled out for the benefit of mankind.
This is to entrenching proper understanding of Islam and making positive impact in the lives of Muslims and non–Muslims alike.
The Foundation was incorporated with Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) of the Federal Republic of Nigeria with CAC/II/NO 124231 with a vision of “achieving a Nigerian society where Islam is better understood and impacting positively in the lives of people.”
ASHRAAF also has its Mission statement as “To propagate, project, promote and convey the true concept of Islam to all mankind as well as using Islam as a driver for community development through Islamic education and socioeconomic interventions.”
The Foundation is well-positioned at taking humanitarian services and Islamic evangelism to the nooks and crannies of Nigeria and beyond in a bead to ensuring global peace and development.
The Founder of the ASHRAAF Islamic Foundation, Imam Dr. Sharafudeen AbdulSalam Aliagan, is presently the Zonal Missioner and Chief Imam of NASFAT Mosque, Utako, Abuja. Imam Aliagan recently bagged a Professional Doctorate from the Institute of Commerce Research and Enterprises Development (ICRED). He is Preacher of international repute that is committed at taking humanitarian services and Islamic evangelism to the global communities.
The Foundation has since inception been engaging itself in its lined-up programmes such as annual Ramadan lectures and prayer for the nation, scholarship for primary and secondary schools’ pupils, Dawah, feeding program, provision of needed item to the vulnerable group in the society, visitation to orphanage homes, prisons and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). It has also been offering support services to widows, children and persons with special needs as ordained by Allah in the Holy Qur’an:
Qur’an 61:10
“O you who believe! Shall I inform you of a trade that will save you from a painful torment?”
Qur’an 61:11
“That you believe in God and His Messenger, and strive in the cause of God with your possessions and yourselves. That is best for you, if you only knew.”
Our Vision
Achieving a Nigerian society where Islam is better understood and impacting positively in the lives of people through socioe-conomic interventions.
Our Mission
To propagate, project, promote and convey the true concept of Islam to all mankind.
Our Goal
Bridging religion’s knowledge gap and improving the living standards of the people.
Thematic Focus Areas
Socio‑economic Empowerment
We believe in empowering communities to achieve self‑reliance and dignity. By supporting vocational training, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development initiatives, we help individuals and families improve their livelihoods, break the cycle of poverty, and build a brighter future.
Quality and Integrated Education
Education is at the heart of our mission. We provide access to quality learning that integrates both Islamic and modern knowledge, equipping learners with the skills and values needed to thrive in today’s world. Our goal is to nurture well‑rounded individuals who contribute positively to society.
Islamic Dawah
We are committed to spreading the message of Islam with wisdom, compassion, and respect. Through outreach programs, lectures, and community engagement, we aim to strengthen faith, promote unity, and inspire individuals to live by Islamic values in their daily lives.
Our Objectives
The objectives are to:
- Organise religion, educational and charitable activities for the benefit of humanity.
- Establish, manage and support Masjids.
- Establish, manage and support in Arabic and Islamic centres and schools in order to provide Islamic education, publish Islamic books and maintain a library for the same purposes.
- Organize seminars, symposiums, workshops and lectures on religion and other topical issues with the view of projecting Islamic perspectives and scholarships with utmost regard for Ikhtilaf.
- Actively participate in and impact on peaceful dialogue and conflicts resolution both local and international.
“And who is better in speech than one who invites to Allah and does righteousness and says indeed, I am of the Muslims”
Quran 41 v 33