By Suleiman Abubakar MAPSA
A group of Muslim scholars under the League of Islamic Leaders in Mushin, Lagos, has introduced the Market of Convenience (MFC) to provide food items at significantly reduced prices.
This initiative aims to alleviate economic hardship and promote food security within the Muslim community and beyond.
The announcement was made during a one-day sensitization program in Lagos, organized by the League of Islamic Leaders on Sunday. Speaking at the event, the Convener and Chairman of MFC, Alhaji Musoddiq Sanni, highlighted the market's role as an alternative platform for affordable shopping for Lagos residents.
“This initiative is part of our strategy to contribute to addressing economic challenges in Nigeria,” said Sanni.
He added that the MFC aligns with Islamic teachings on justice and fairness in business transactions and urged religious leaders to support the project.
Sanni further encouraged the establishment of additional branches of the market, particularly in Ikeja, to extend its benefits to more communities.
He also emphasized the role of cooperative societies in ensuring the sustainability of the initiative, noting that a blueprint for its operations would be developed in compliance with Sharia law.
The market has already been registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and the Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture, ensuring its legal and operational foundation.
Alhaji Sulaimon Olanijo, Chairman of the League of Islamic Leaders in Mushin, urged other Muslim groups to adopt the MFC model as a practical solution to rising food prices.
He emphasized that such markets could complement the Federal Government’s efforts to enhance food security nationwide.
Similarly, the Chairman of the Council of Imams in Ikeja Division, Alhaji Abdul-Rahmon Abdul-Azeez, lauded the initiative.
He expressed optimism that the MFC would ease the economic difficulties faced by many Nigerians, describing the project as timely and impactful.
The Market of Convenience represents a proactive step by the Muslim community in Mushin to address the rising cost of living and provide relief to Lagos residents, reflecting a commitment to economic empowerment and social welfare.
