Aisha Dahiru Atta
An Affluent Heart
Aisha Dahiru Atta is an Author, Marital Coach and Legacy Builder.
Aisha facilitates deep, powerful conversations between Muslim couples to help them build stronger, more connected and blissful relationships by exploring and aligning the uniqueness each of them brings to their relationship.
Her debut book, ‘An Affluent Heart’ is a timeless book that aims to enrich the hearts of couples and their relationships through du’ā. The book is a heart-warming collection of personally crafted du’a for couples which draws inspiration from the beautiful names and attributes of Allāh. Her evocative writing draws from her personal experience, as well as that of many who have honoured her with theirs.
Her passion for education, self development and sustainable community empowerment led to her co-found Al-Amanah Academy, in Kaduna, Nigeria and F.R.E.E (Foundation for Refugee Economic Empowerment); a charity for displaced persons.
Aisha is a lifelong learner, and a mother of two; her family motivates and inspires her in many ways. She works, lives and loves between the London-U.K and Nigeria.
She considers every conversation a privilege and every interaction, an opportunity for meaningful change.
Samiah Oyekan-Ahmed
Journey and Orchestra
Samiah Oyekan-Ahmed is a Medical Doctor turned entrepreneur in the business of satisfying gaps in specific markets.
She is the founder of Fusion Lifestyle Limited, a company that supports entrepreneurship by providing a platform for business owners to showcase their services, and has done so since December 2009.
Samiah founded The Gift Source in 2013 after recognising a need for qualitative, functional and aesthetically pleasing gifts and novelties. The company has continued to grow and strive, doing what it set out to do out of its store in Abuja FCT. @The Gift Source also operates full e-commerce enabled website.
From 'The Gift Source' stemmed 'Pop Kids Gifts' in 2019, a company dedicated to providing the best gift and party pack options for children and creating unique and fun experiences.
A social and business impacter, Samiah is also a teacher who has held several classes and has taught over 150 students on business and is the founder of 'The Pearl Muslimah Network,' a network of Muslim women striving for success in this world and the next.
Samiah is a published Islamic fiction novelist with two captivating titles under her belt, Journey and Orchestra.
Samiah Is married with two children; she loves to read and travel in her spare time.
Aminah Segi Adeola
Levi’s Daughter and the Preserved Tablet
Aminah excelled in her first career as an Engineer, and then expressed her love for art as a designer and an entrepreneur. She continues to explore her capabilities currently as a business strategist and operations consultant.
She is a devoted Muslimah who continually reflects on understanding life’s purpose and strengthening her connection with her Creator. Alongside her passion for writing and philosophy, her frequent musings and contemplations have culminated in her debut book – Levi’s Daughter and the Preserved Tablet.
The Levi’s Daughter project started with her reflecting on a particular experience she had in the past, and she tried to see the situation through the lens of Islam. She wanted to see how her reaction to the experience fits in with what the Qur’an says and what the Hadith teaches. She also tried to see what Du’ā she could have made to support herself then and what Du’ā to make now if a similar situation presented itself.
Eventually, Aminah took to pen and paper and managed to break down and analyse each experience and sourced for relating hadiths and Qur’an references and found a few supplications that provided comfort and succour. After tackling the first experience, using what she knows now, Aminah reflected on many others and finally ended up with the book Levi’s Daughter and The Preserved Tablet.
Her reflection got her into researching and reading a wide variety of Islamic literature; it also got her into reciting verses of the Qur’an and genuinely taking time out to reflect on the various meanings. Aminah learned a lot of Du’ā in the process; Du’ā from the Qur’an, so eloquently phrased and precise and a lot better than the ones she made up.
Aminah aims to use her challenges and experiences to inspire everyone, including herself, in the quest for understanding the Qur’an and Hadith and in the reliance on Allah and making Du’ā to Him.
Aminah loves art and tries to express herself through that. In her spare time, she loves to read and swim.
She lives in London and Lagos with her lovely family, which includes a cool cat called Tips
Rahmah Salako
Quran and Me and
Journal of an Awesome muslim Kid
Rahmah Salako is the founder and Managing Director of Paradise Pearls. A social enterprise that focuses on connecting souls with the Qur’an through pondering over the verses of the Qur’an and interactive workshops.
She is a Qualified Accountant, student of the Qur’an and a seeker of knowledge. In addition to being awarded Distinction in MSc Professional Accountancy from the University of London, she holds a Diploma in the Science of Tajweed and Bridge to Master in Islamic Studies from Islamic Online University. She is studying towards MA in Islam and Pastoral Care with Markfield Institute of Higher Education.
Rahmah authored the Qur’an and Me Journal & Journal of an Awesome Muslim Kid. Her reflective journals focus on Self-Development and relationship with the Qur’an with practical tips that simplify deep thinking and reflections on verses of the Qur’an. She recently added Qur’an Inspiration Jar, containing 31 soul-lifting messages on patience, gratitude and tawakkul, to her product lines.
When she is not writing or studying, Rahmah organises interactive, creative, and enjoyable workshops (online) for children and sisters on a wide range of subjects. She teaches Qur’an and Islamic studies in Northampton Islamic Centre as well as new Muslim (revert) sisters in Northampton.
She has a vibrant personality and juggles her time between her home, teaching, studying, and writing.
Olasubomi Akeju
The “I Can’t Speak” Series
Olasubomi Akeju is a passionate writer dedicated to promoting Nigerian languages and cultures among young learners. Her deep appreciation for her native language blossomed due to a lifelong love for literature and storytelling.
Over the years, she noticed a need for more engaging native language materials for children. Motivated to fill this gap, she combined her love for writing with creating captivating stories that would entertain and educate young minds.
In 2018, Olasubomi released her debut children's books titled "I Can't Speak Yoruba," "I Can't Speak Hausa," and "I Can't Speak Igbo." The title features three Nigerian children - Akanke, a Yoruba girl, Auta, a Hausa boy and Amaka, an Igbo girl. The children had to learn the names of parts of their bodies in their native languages; Yoruba, Hausa and Igbo.
I Can't Speak Yorùbá, Hausa, and Igbo are the first in a series of stories about the children's journey to learning and becoming sophisticated users of their native languages.
The series aims to teach the Yorùbá, Hausa and Igbo languages in an educative, entertaining way to children and adults in Nigeria and the diaspora.
The books’ success and positive feedback encouraged Olasubomi to continue her writing journey. The next series, brimming with colourful characters, moral lessons, and a delightful mix of tradition and modernity, will be filled with many exciting journeys of the three youngsters exploring the wonders of their Yoruba, Hausa and Igbo heritage.
Olasubomi looks forward to her books becoming widely used in schools across the diaspora and Nigeria.
Her creative storytelling and commitment to nurturing a love for the Yoruba, Hausa and Igbo language and heritage have inspired young readers, fostering a sense of pride and appreciation for their roots while instilling valuable lessons through the pages of her delightful language series.
Olasubomi lives in London, United Kingdom with her lovely family.
Mara Dee
Bump, Birth and Babyhood
Mara Dee has a background in communications, stakeholder engagement and project delivery. As a lifetime learner usually found writing random musings, she took an interest in nutrition as a way of being responsible for her health. She is the author of Bump, Birth and Babyhood, the first of many topics on Female Health Education simplified.
Having a lifetime interest in sharing knowledge as well as simplifying and improving processes, Mara Dee is on a mission to promote female health, one topic at a time. When she's not scribbling, Mara Dee spends her time reading, going for walks and more recently, exploring the woodlands.
If you would like to find out more about Marask 3Bs where she works, visit: marask3bs.co.uk
To buy Bump, Birth and Babyhood, go to: Amazon UK or Etsy and grab your copy.
Kareemah Imam -Aliyu
I Can’t Speak Hausa - Proverbs
Kareemah Imam -Aliyu currently serves as the legal counsel to WAYYA, a Fintech based in Northern Nigeria.
She has an L.L.B from Warwick University, UK, and an LLM in international and Comparative Law from George Washington University, Washington D.C
She is passionate about culture and education and an advocate for education reform in Northern Nigeria, particularly in instruction, which she believes would be better if taught in Hausa, the local language.
Kareemah is a co-founder of Light House Foundation, a non-profit organization that seeks to improve the quality of education, health and livelihood of orphans and the poor.
In her spare time, she loves to play badminton, basketball and swim.
She is happily married with three beautiful children.
Fawziyyah Adunola Emiabata
Now I Know My Alif, Baa, Taa
Fawziyyah Adunola Emiabata is a freelance writer, Public speaker, Emcee, Teacher and the list keep growing.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts Honours in English Studies from Obafemi Awolowo University Ile -Ife, Nigeria. She is currently pursuing a degree in Advanced’ Alimiyyah (Classical Arabic and Islamic Studies) with Maryam Institute, in addition to many personal development courses she has attended. She was a guest speaker on a segment of a regular Friday Special programme at the Radio Lagos/Eko FM station in Nigeria during her Youth service year.
Fawziyyah trained and worked as a ‘Child Care Professional’ in Ireland, where she managed the physical, emotional and social needs of the children in her care, including her first two children, who were the reasons for taking up the job in the first place!
After her son’s arrival (3rd child) in 2007, Fawziyyah resigned to attend to her growing children’s needs, with no four arriving six years later in 2013. This decision, she would live to appreciate forever.
Fawziyyah enjoys family time, teaching and, of course, READING!
Fawziyyah is the proud author of ‘Fun Brainteasers for Muslim Kids’ and ‘My Dream Ramadan Planner/Journal.’
Lateefah Binuyo
My Book of Hamd
Lateefah Binuyo is a teacher, writer and mentor. She is passionate about youth and children related issues and spends most of her spare time volunteering in her local community.
Her life metaphor is that “Life is an hourglass running out of sand. You start by tipping it over, you know the sand will eventually run out, but you don’t know when.” So, sometimes she is in a rush and at times, she is laid-back because as it is the nature of man.
Her idea of chill-out time is reading a book, playing board games and spending time with family.
If you ever upset her, pizza would do as a peace offering. She enjoys being in the midst of sisters in study circles (halaqah), attending lectures and forever doing one course or the other. Lateefah also believes that “Life is a school as well.”
Lateefah has an MSc in Technology Management and a certificate in communication studies.
Asmau Eniola Yusuf
Through The Eyes of A Muslim Child
Asmau Eniola Yusuf was born and raised in Ilorin, Kwara State,Nigeria. Growing up she was a curious and fun loving child who enjoyed reading. This interest led to her love of books and ultimately writing. Over the years she has written short pieces here and there and is known for her way with words.
Asmau is the founder of 1st Revelation Islamic Hub. She is a graduate of Sociology, from University of Ilorin, with a Masters Degree in Human Resource Management from Middlesex University, UK.
After years of careers in Banking and Human Resources, she left to found 1st Revelation, an online platform that sells Islamic books and resources for kids. She runs book reading sessions for Muslim children, and shares nuggets and tidbits about parenting the Islamic way on social media.
She is a lover of nature, food and she loves the company of children.
Asmau is married and is mum to 3 Boys. She lives in Lagos,Nigeria. With her family
“Through The Eyes of A Muslim Child” is her debut - a children’s book which teaches islam in a fun way to the young muslim child.
Dr Ibrahim Imam
Surfing the Brain
Dr. Ibrahim Imam received his medical and neurology training in Nigeria and the United Kingdom where he has been a practicing neurologist for the last thirteen years. He is the author of the neurology textbook 700 Essential Neurology Checklists, and he has published widely on diverse neurological topics.
Dr. Imam is the founder and administrator of Neurochecklists, an online neurology database. He also runs a book review blog, The Doctors Bookshelf, and a human factors blog, Shortcuts and Pitfalls.
Dr. Imam is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of London.
Khadija Muhammad Monguno
Dear Allah
Khadija Monguno enjoys being referred to as a Jannah hustler and is presently focused on advancing her Jannah career.
She is a budding writer who hopes to create many more books.
Khadija holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication.
She is passionate about education and enjoys teaching. She is captivated by the process of child development, which prompted her to pursue a diploma in educational psychology.
Khadija runs programmes and classes for kids where she teaches them about the Deen and other essential life skills in a friendly way.
She founded MIM (Minds in the Making). This organisation uses social and educational seminars to guide children, adolescents, and young adults in overcoming obstacles and becoming the best versions of themselves.
Her ambition is to contribute substantially to developing and enhancing the Nigerian educational system for all students in ways that will better prepare them for adulthood and the outside world.
Khadija’s debut book Dear Allah, published by Finder was printed in Nigeria (a first for Finder) and is available at Tarbiyyah in Abuja as well as @yourlifestylestore_
Ruzi Khatun Umm Talha
Begin with Bismillah
Ruzi Khatun, also known as Umm Talha, is a qualified early years practitioner. She founded Marital Arts, a non-profit organisation established in 2016 to empower and support Muslim women in their efforts to nurture and maintain a successful marriage and family. Through @HayatCoaching, she provides marriage and parenting coaching services to Muslim women seeking positive transformation.
In her early years of marriage, she travelled to the prestigious Fajr Centre in Cairo, Egypt, to study Arabic and Tajweed. She further expanded her knowledge through Islamic Studies under the tutelage of various respected teachers in the UK.
Ruzi hopes to develop and empower women in Muslim communities through reform and self-development. She has a deep, ingrained thirst for learning and sharing knowledge, as evidenced by the popular weekly study circle she has led every Saturday in the heart of East London for over a decade. Ruzi is happily married and lives with her husband and son in London, UK.