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NMC VISIT TO IRAN EMBASSY
- Accra; Wednesday, 2nd August 2023

A delegation from the National Muslim Conference (NMC) Management Board & Secretariat took a significant step towards fostering stronger collaborations with Muslim diplomatic missions in Ghana. On Wednesday, 2nd August 2023, the NMC members paid a courtesy visit to His Excellency Bijan Gerami Nazoksara, the Iranian Ambassador to Ghana, at the Iran embassy in Accra.

The delegation was led by Mr Inusah Mohammed Baba - Ag. General Secretary, and Dr Mohammed Marzuk Azindou - Chairman, Communication Committee. Other members of the delegation included Mr Anas Seidu - Member, Mr Abdul Samed - Secretariat, and Hajia Rukaya Alhassan - Secretariat.

The purpose of this diplomatic meeting was to formally introduce the NMC to Ambassador Nazoksara and to discuss the NMC's mission, objectives, and ongoing projects and programs. The NMC is dedicated to enhancing the educational, health, economic empowerment, and overall well-being of Muslims in Ghana, and the organization believes that building strong partnerships with Muslim diplomatic missions is a crucial step in achieving its goals.

During the meeting, the NMC representatives highlighted the importance of collaboration and mutual support in the pursuit of their shared objectives. They emphasized the NMC's commitment to unity within the Muslim community, working together to address challenges, and creating opportunities for the prosperity of Muslims in Ghana.

The Iranian Ambassador, His Excellency Bijan Gerami Nazoksara, warmly welcomed the NMC delegation and expressed his appreciation for the NMC's dedication to the betterment of the Muslim community. He acknowledged the vital role that organizations like the NMC play in promoting unity, and development among Muslims.

The Ambassador indicated Iran has always believed in providing opportunities for every human being to develop and realize his or her full potential so as to be able to render service to his or her community and humanity at large. He further stated that the Iranian nation has been living under biting economic sanctions and this has negatively affected its ability to support poor and vulnerable people as it used to do, nevertheless, they are prepared at all times to share whatever little they have with those in need as they consider it a religious obligation. He assured the NMC that their doors are always open for collaboration.

The meeting served as a platform for sharing ideas, experiences, and expertise. Both parties discussed potential areas of cooperation. The NMC expressed its willingness to learn from the Iranian Embassy's experiences and collaborate on mutually beneficial projects.

The NMC aims to create an inclusive environment where the Muslim community in Ghana can thrive, and forging strong relationships with diplomatic missions such as the Iranian Embassy is a significant step towards achieving this vision. The meeting concluded with a sense of optimism and enthusiasm for the future collaboration between the NMC and the Iranian Embassy, reinforcing the commitment to working together with both local and international partners towards a prosperous and united Muslim community in Ghana.