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IIUI president ends ‘Aitekaf’ fee at Faisal Masjid

The president has mandated that any matters concerning the Faisal Masjid and the public must receive formal approval from the quarters concerned

By APP
March 16, 2024
Faisal Mosque in Islamabad. ─ AFP/File
Faisal Mosque in Islamabad. ─ AFP/File

Islamabad: The President of International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), Prof. Dr. Hathal Homoud Al-Otaibi, has taken cognizance of the Rs5,000 registration fee for ‘Aitekaf’ at the Faisal Masjid.

According to IIUI spokesperson Nasir Farid, the president has instructed the Dawah Academy to immediately revoke the fixed registration fee for ‘Aitekaf.’ Furthermore, the president has mandated that any matters concerning the Faisal Masjid and the public must receive formal approval from the quarters concerned, and the academy is not authorised to make independent decisions.

Moreover, the president has emphasised the provision of all necessary facilities to worshipers at the Faisal Masjid during the fasting month and the resolution of issues pertaining to ‘Aitekaf.’ Additionally, the president has directed to ensure optimal arrangements for ‘Aitekaf.’