In this interview, Alimat Abdulkareem, our top fan for the month of July, shared with us how she has benefited from Al-Faaedah Press Organization’s publications. Let’s read her story and see why she consistently engages with our articles.

Kindly introduce yourself to our readers

I am ALIMAT O. ABDULKAREEM, a Physics student at the University of Ibadan with a passion for learning, writing and personal development.

Congratulations on being recognised as our Top Fan of the Month! How did you feel when you found out?

I felt surprised and honoured because I did not expect something like this was coming. Anyways, it is amazing knowing that my engagement with the Al-Faaedah Press articles is noticed and appreciated. This recognition definitely motivates me to continue being an active reader of the top-notch content provided by the Press.

You’ve been one of our most active and engaging readers this month. What keeps you connected with Al-Faaedah Press Organization and its publications?

What keeps me connected is a thing I cannot specifically point out, but it should be the consistency in the publications and how I can connect to most of the content.

Which publication, article, or initiative has captured your attention the most recently, and what made it stand out to you?

I am deeply connected to interview articles of excellent students, and articles that address contemporary Islamic issues.

One article that stood out for me is “Religion before Humanity” written by Brother Abdullah Bello, and what made it stand out is the way it analyses the concept of humanity through the lenses of Islaam, and how it smoothly blends it with relatable examples that are evidence-based.

And the point he wrote that stood with me:
“If by humanity you mean mercy, compassion, justice, honesty, generosity and excellence of character, then I have no need to place it before my religion, for my religion has already commanded every one of these.”

As an active reader, what qualities do you think make an article truly engaging and worth sharing?

An engaging article, to me, is one that communicates perspectives in an impactful and relatable way, leaving me to learn, gain and reflect upon.

Have any of our publications influenced your perspective, inspired you to learn something new, or sparked meaningful conversations? We’d love to hear about it.

Yes, a lot of them. However, one I’d be sharing is the article written by Sister Waheedah Kosefobamu on the 77 excuses we should give our brother in their circumstances of not meeting up with a meeting.

I am someone who does my best in keeping up to time, and I expect that from people around me. And humanly, it might be hard to have the first instinct of giving someone an excuse when they don’t meet up or fall short.

The article explains how giving 77 excuses is not a sign of lack of judgment, but that it is meant to retain trust, love and brotherhood.

I’m still definitely holding on to the rule of keeping committed to a promise; however, I have learnt – from the article – to allow for flexibility with others, not to support negligence or non-accountability, but to strengthen the bond of brotherhood and to uphold the Sunnah.

Reader feedback helps us grow. From your perspective, what do you think Al-Faaedah Press Organization is doing well, and what areas can we improve?

I believe the Press is doing very well in sharing purposeful content. It would be great to engage with even more conversational content that sparks readers’ minds and pushes them to rush to the comments section to give their feedback.

If you had the opportunity to recommend one topic, initiative, or series for us to explore in future editions, what would it be?

The Press can explore series specifically for stories of people of the past, so the youth and the entire audience can learn from their valour, commitment and faith.

What advice would you give to other readers about engaging with quality journalism and thought-provoking content?

I’d say: Read with a mind ready to gain and a desire to learn. Beyond reading, what matters more is reflecting on what you have learnt, comparing the lessons to what you’ve known before and applying beneficial lessons in your daily interactions.

What message would you like to share with the editorial team as they continue striving for excellence?

JazaakumulLahu khayran for staying dedicated and committed to producing meaningful publications.

I sincerely hope to see great contributors to the society being built through the lessons gained from the Press.

Finally, why should someone who has never read an Al-Faaedah publication become part of our growing community of readers?

They should because they won’t want to miss out on a Press organisation that offers beyond news or just articles. Al-Faaedah gives one access to content that impacts readers with intellectual knowledge and insight.

Do you seek quality content that inspires and encourages your personal growth? Then, always stay connected to Al-Faaedah’s articles.