About us

okay, here goes:
I’d joined MICA in my 2nd/3rd year in Uni; a stage in my life where I was trying to be a
better Muslim with the stress of finishing my degree.
15+ years down the line, and saddled with the hard task of ‘growing up’ and its many
responsibilities in the name of career progression, family, deen progression, earning a
decent living- MICA’s lectures have been a kind of reference point which helps me get
back on track in most of these areas in my life I’m seeking to find the right balance for.

At MICA, I understood the implications and value of trust in relationships and
fiduciary matters and that has made me more circumspect in my relationships and
transactions with others.

MICA reinforced my dislike for dishonesty and corruption. At MICA I was inspired
by many wonderful brodas and sistas who will spend of their hard-earned money to
make things happen yet struggle with others to accomplish the task. I have been an
ambassador of the selfless and egalitarianism that MICA reinforced in me. Being an
official at MICA confers absolute zero privilege on you but rather demands more sacrifice
and commitment. For instance, we donate money to kick start Katibah, we fundraise to
meet the budget, we then have to pay the full camp fees as a matter of priority. On top of
that, you get to the camp and you get to eat the same thing on the same plate with everyone,
only that sometimes you may get to give up your meal for others. You do all of these and
don’t get dampened in the least because the organization trains you to understand that
the true value of leadership lies in the sacrifices and services you render to others. Am
always elated to see many of the kids we groomed and hopefully inspired through
especially the Katibah and other programs who are now fantastic adults and carrying on
in life with confidence and selflessness

At MICA I tasted the sweetness of brotherhood, I no longer saw my relationships
with others as transactionary but as a opportunity to form life long friendships

For me MICA remains a phenomenon, no one sincerely commits to striving in
Allaah’s Cause through it without Allaah blessing him or her abundantly

For me, I saw people who were selfless in their service to the Deen and I saw how
Allah rewarded their service to Him by elevating all of them, so I imbibed selfless service
too. I realized in my life journey that Allah has brought respite from where I least
expected
My summary is that MICA is a safe place

At MICA, I got to understand much better the implications of my misuse of my
franchise of free will and as a result imbibed a sense of accountability in my actions and
thoughts.

My first major interaction with MICA that readily comes to mind, was through the
Muslim Teens Network. I fell in love with Queen (Sister Aameenah Yunus Ali) and her
best friend then, who facilitated the program. As a teenager coming to terms with self-awareness and identity, I felt the program was a breath of fresh air, as it opened my
mind to how rich our religion is and, what we were created to do & how I could play
my part, even as a teen. I must say that I also added to my list of Muslim role models
who were quite few but Alhamdulillah the list has grown so much longer since then.

The community of MICA reminds me of the saying of the Prophet’s (may the
peace and blessings of Allah be with the Prophet) that: “surround yourself with people
that constantly remind you of Allah (SWT) and enjoin the doing good”. This MICA and its
members have been doing for me. Alihamdulillahi

I started attending MICA at a time when I was just beginning to appreciate Islam.
Alhamdulillah, I have learnt that it is possible to practise the Deen while being great at
my vocation.
I was opportune to attend a majority of the MICA Classes, symposia, Tea Parties, etc
which enabled me to make many mutually beneficial social and professional
connections.
Several of the brothers and sisters I met at MICA are now life long friends, associates
and clients.
MICA taught me the beauty of volunteering, self-development and having a balanced,
well-rounded and selfless existence

I came in contact with MICA when there was a great resurgence in Islamic
awareness, while others preached the strong adherence to doctrines MICA offered an
understanding of the why’s (the objective) of the doctrines. It also offered a range of
opinions on various matters, leaving me with a choice to choose that which I was most
comfortable with. #notsimple, notislam#

I have had, and continue to have awesome experiences in MICA. The
organization represents a lot for me and I have found meaning, fulfillment, and
consolidated my conviction. No doubt, MICA has played a huge role in shaping my
personality and my priorities. I have met and associated with very simple servants of Allaah
but indeed they are great and wonderful people in my estimation. Very selfless and committed brothers and Sista too. Some of them have returned to their Lord and some
others have traveled the land. But others continue to be around to strengthen the bond
of Brotherhood.
In MICA, I get to appreciate the universality of the Islamic Brotherhood and that I have a
role to play in my very insignificant, infinitesimally small yet crucial space. The
organization provides me the opportunity to care about the Umma of Muhammad
sallaLahu alaehi was salaam. It helps me to take action. And helps me to continue to
find meaning and relevance

MICA as an organisation has shown a passion for dealing with relevant and relatable
issues for Muslims in the world of today and this is a major source of attraction for me. In
addition, I have met amazing people, doing amazing things at MICA events. I have
attended numerous events since the Muslim Teens network program and, volunteered for a few such as the annual MICA convention. Another event I’d not forget
in a hurry was the three-day training on Maqaasid Al Shariah by Dr. Jasser Auda. All I
can say is it was a turning point in my life. I’m proud to be affiliated with such a
progressive, dynamic and useful, also unashamedly Muslim organisation and I pray that
Allah continues to take her from strength to strength, and enrich the lives organisers of
all their events, and grant them success in this world and the next. Ameen.

At MICA, I have been blessed with an understanding of the statement ” In the
remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest”. So when I was faced with trials, Dkhri
became an enabler to overcoming my challenges.

Hnmm. MICA has been an integral part of my growth intellectually and spiritually.
The content offered by MICA year after year has been spot on . MICA has become a
part of me.

At a time when Muslims were carefree about punctuality (African time) MICA
came and changed the narrative. I recall with fun memories the MICA symposium held
at “The Nigerian Law School. Victoria Island, Lagos. On the dot of 9 am. The program
started, a 1,800 capacity hall was 90% full and the session began. The latecomers had
to seat on the stairways. Ever since then I imbibed punctuality into my DNA and stopped
giving or making excuses.

At MICA, I learned the true meaning of empathy and genuine concern for others, I
am now better able to identify the hurt and unsaid that is tucked in between the smiles
that mask the pains others go through.

I started attending MICA at a time when I was not yet confident in my identity as a
Muslimah. It was early in my uni days. I remember that the decision to start to wear the
hijab was born and nurtured in MICA meetings. I made the decision and felt part of
something greater than me as I renewed my intentions for wearing it. I know that the
various muslimahs I met who I looked up to and admired motivated the initial choice and
practice of hijab. MICA aptly depicted the culture of Islam and increased my awareness of my roles, duties and responsibilities as a Muslimah. Even though I became irregular at
attending and participating in MICA functions over the years, the teachings learned, the
sisterhood, and camaraderie has stayed with me over the years, such that I would gladly
encourage the love for this culture in my kids too. And I always found the cool ocean
breeze when we pray salah outside relaxing and tranquil.😊