The Criterion (Al-Furqan), an organisation of Muslim women in business and the professions, has announced plans to host its 13th National and 4th International Biennial Conference tagged “Eko Akete 2025.”
The five-day programme is scheduled to take place from Wednesday, November 12 to Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the Orchid Hotel, Lekki, Lagos, with the theme: “Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Muslim Women Overcoming Economic and Social Challenges.”
In a joint statement signed by the Chairperson of the National Conference Planning Committee, Hajia Siddqah Ibironke Ogun, and Chairperson of the Local Organising Committee, Alhaja Dhikratullah Abiodun Matesun-Oshodi, the conference is an all-female programme designed for both members and non-members within and outside Nigeria.
They explained that registration fees are exclusive to members, with packages ranging from N180,000 (standard), N250,000 (bronze), N350,000 (gold), to N500,000 (platinum), each covering participation and other associated benefits.
“Non-members interested in participating in the sessions can also register through the link HERE
The formal opening ceremony on Thursday, November 14, is free and open to the general public, including men. However, all other sessions remain exclusive to female participants,” the statement added.
Muslim News gathered that the conference will include diverse activities such as a special session for secondary school girls, Dawah programmes, community visitations, and an Alasalatu prayer gathering expected to bring together Islamic groups across the state on Friday, November 15.
On Saturday, the association will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in the morning, followed by a leisure visit to The Country Beach, Okun Mopo, Lekki. The conference will conclude with departures on Sunday, November 16.
A communiqué will be released after the event and shared with the Nigerian First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu, relevant government agencies, and the general public.
The Criterion also plans to broadcast key moments from the event across various TV and media platforms to amplify Muslim women’s voices on economic and social challenges.
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