Neglectful Parenting Fuels Moral Decline, Criminality – Islamic Scholars
Islamic scholars converged in Obi, Nasarawa State, for a symposium on “Ethos Child Upbringing,” highlighting parental negligence as a primary driver of moral decadence and rising criminality.
Key Concerns:
- Parental Irresponsibility: Scholars Ustaz Ja’afar Aliyu Marmara Onyapa and Ustaz Yakubu Isa Agiji emphasized Islam’s teachings on responsible parenting.
- Economic Strain: Unplanned pregnancies and inadequate childcare undermine societal stability.
- Decent Dressing: Scholars stressed modest attire for children.
- Teacher Vigilance: Educators must monitor pupils’ conduct.
Symposium Objectives:
Organizers Women in Da’awan and Nisa’u Sunnah aimed to:
- Educate women and children on responsible parenting.
- Address moral decay and criminality.
- Empower participants for societal growth.
Humanitarian Gesture:
Orphans received clothing materials, demonstrating compassion.
Sources:
- Women in Da’awan
- Nisa’u Sunnah Organization
- Islamic Scholars (Ustaz Ja’afar Aliyu Marmara Onyapa and Ustaz Yakubu Isa Agiji)