APPRAISAL OF THE ACTIVITIES OF ASSOCIATION OF ZAKKAT AND WAQAF OPERATORS (AZAWON) IN NASARAWA STATE, NIGERIA
Keywords:
Prospects, Challenges, Association, Zakkat, Waqf, NasarawaAbstract
The Association of Zakat and Waqf Operators in Nigeria (AZAWON) is a non-profit organization and the apex body of Zakat and Waqf in Nigeria that was introduced in Nasarawa State on Saturday 12th June, 2021. The association has the mandate to sensitize, collect and distribute Zakat and Waqaf in the state. There has not been formal organization that is charged with these responsibilities in the study area. However, deferent Islamic organizations discharge the responsibility among them. The aim of this paper is to appraise the activities of AZAWON in Nasarawa State. The methodology used is analytical, where data, both primary and secondary, were collected, discussed and analyzed. The findings revealed that many wealthy Muslims do not pay Zakat as at when due, while most of those who endeavour to pay do not pay what is actually required. The paper thereby recommends constant sensitization by scholars and those in authority. This will go a long way in putting the wealthy Muslims on their toes pay Zakat year in year out for the benefit of the poor and needy.
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