By Abbas Nazil
In an effort to bridge faith and environmental action, the International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT) Central Nigeria Office is set to host a special monthly lecture featuring renowned Islamic scholar and environmental advocate, Sheikh Nurudeen Lemu.
The event, which will take place virtually via Google Meet, seeks to reframe environmental consciousness as not only a scientific or civic obligation but as a deeply rooted Islamic responsibility.
Sheikh Nurudeen Lemu, who serves as the Director of Training and Research at the Dawah Institute of Nigeria, will deliver a lecture on the theme of environmental care as a spiritual and ethical duty.
The talk will emphasize that environmental degradation—one of the greatest global challenges of our time—is not outside the scope of Islamic teachings, but rather deeply embedded within the objectives of Islamic law, known as Maqāṣid al-Sharī‘ah.
The Maqāṣid al-Sharī‘ah, or the higher intents of Islamic law, prioritize the protection of faith, life, intellect, wealth, lineage, and human dignity.
According to Sheikh Lemu, these noble goals are directly impacted by the health of our environment.
Pollution, deforestation, climate change, and biodiversity loss threaten not just the earth, but the very foundations of a just and harmonious society envisioned by Islam.
With a master’s degree in Resource Management from the University of Edinburgh and an impressive record as an Aspen Leadership Fellow, Sheikh Lemu brings a unique blend of academic insight and religious scholarship.
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He is also a recipient of Nigeria’s prestigious Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) national honor, reflecting his far-reaching influence in interfaith dialogue and Islamic education.
The lecture will draw on Qur’anic principles, such as the concept of mīzān (balance), which Allah has established in all of creation.
Muslims are called to preserve this balance and act as khalīfah (stewards) on Earth—a responsibility that includes maintaining the health of ecosystems, conserving natural resources, and living in harmony with the environment.
Participants can expect to gain a deeper understanding of how sustainability is not merely a modern development buzzword, but a timeless Islamic value.
This session is particularly significant for Muslims seeking to align their environmental activism with their religious commitments.
It also provides an opportunity to reflect on how ecological neglect endangers future generations and undermines the collective well-being of the Ummah.
The IIIT lecture invites all concerned Muslims, especially those passionate about environmental justice, to join the session via the provided Google Meet link or QR code on the event flyer.
As the world grapples with climate crises and ecological breakdown, this lecture aims to inspire a faith-driven response rooted in divine guidance.
By caring for the planet, the lecture argues, Muslims reaffirm their devotion to Allah and uphold the sacred trust bestowed upon them as stewards of the Earth.
