Accra: Members of Majlis Ansarullah of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission Ghana have paid the medical bills of several needy patients receiving treatment at Princess Marie Louise Children’s Hospital as part of their humanitarian activities during the holy month of Ramadan.

The gesture, which brought relief to families struggling with the cost of healthcare, was led by the Greater Accra Regional Nazim of Majlis Ansarullah, Mustapha Salifu.

Speaking during a brief ceremony at the hospital on Saturday, March 14, 2026, Salifu said the visit formed part of the group’s commitment to supporting vulnerable members of society in line with Islamic teachings on charity and compassion.

He explained that Majlis Ansarullah, an association made up of elder members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission aged 40 years and above was motivated by the principles of caring for the destitute, the sick and the disadvantaged.

“As we observe the holy month of Ramadan, a period dedicated to worship, reflection and compassion, we felt it was important to visit this hospital to pray for the children receiving treatment here and extend a small gesture of support to them and their families,” he said.

Salifu noted that the group’s support was aimed at helping settle medical bills for needy patients and assisting families who struggle to pay for medications and laboratory tests that often delay treatment.

He emphasised that Islam strongly encourages believers to care for the less priviledged and the sick, citing verses from the Holy Qur’an that urge Muslims to dedicate part of their wealth to the needy.

Quoting Surah Adh-Dhariyat (51:19) from the Quran, he reminded the gathering that “in their wealth there was a rightful share for the beggar and the deprived.”

He also cited another Quran verse, Surah Al-Insan (76:8–9), which praises those who provide food and support to the needy, the orphan and the captive purely for the sake of Allah without expecting reward or gratitude.

According to him, the teachings of Prophet Muhammad also emphasise the importance of visiting and caring for the sick, describing it as a noble act that brings believers closer to God.

Salifu therefore urged Muslims and the general public to extend greater support to hospitals and vulnerable patients, particularly during Ramadan when acts of charity are highly encouraged.

“We have come not only to offer financial support but also to share prayers, encouragement and solidarity with the children receiving treatment here and their families,” he added.

A lactating mother at the hospital, Deborah Adasu, who spoke on behalf of other mothers, expressed gratitude to the group for the support.

“On behalf of the people here, I want to say may Allah bless you so that next year you will do it bigger and better,” she said.

The Medical Superintendent of the hospital, Maame Yaa Nyarko, also commended the group for the gesture and expressed appreciation for their support to needy patients.

She used the opportunity to call on individuals and organisations to emulate the example set by Majlis Ansarullah by extending support to vulnerable patients and health facilities across the country.