A member of Parliament (MP) for Dartford, Rt. Hon. Jim Dickson, has reassured the Muslim Ummah of safety, saying the United Kingdom will continue accommodating everyone regardless of colour or tribe.
The chairman of Nasrul-Lahil-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT) UK Pageswalk Branch, Alhaji Mustapha Allen, in a statement made available to journalists in Lagos, said Rt. Hon. Dickson gave the assurance at the weekend during the second anniversary of the migration of the Nasrul-lahi-l-fatih Society (NASFAT) UK Pageswalk Branch from South East London to Dartford (Kent), held at the NASFAT Islamic Community Centre (NICC), Dartford, London.
He stated that the spirit of inclusiveness makes Britain great and will continue to sustain its greatness.
Rt. Hon. Dickson said,’’ There’s a space for everyone who wants to share our country and work to improve Britain. The United Kingdom remains committed to our values of justice, freedom, tolerance, and support for one another so that everyone can enjoy self-confidence and happiness at all times.”
He further emphasised that the UK believes in cooperation and working together, no matter one’s religion or walk of life.
“Whether you are born in the UK or come from another country to make the UK your home, you are welcome. That is our vision for the kind of United Kingdom we want.
“I also think it is up to the UK, to me as a Member of Parliament, and to the government to ensure that we make all groups and societies feel as welcome as possible and support them as much as possible. That means supporting diversity, love, and tolerance so that Christians, Hindus, Sikhs, Muslims, and other communities feel welcome in the United Kingdom,” Dickson said.
In his welcome address, the Chairman of Nasrul-Lahil-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT) UK Pageswalk Branch, Alhaji Mustapha Allen, remarked that the anniversary marked more than just a milestone—it was a celebration of transformation, achievement, and success.
Allen stressed, “Two years ago, we did not just open a building; we opened our hearts and arms to the entire Dartford community. What began as a vision to escape exorbitant rental fees has blossomed into something far greater, a beacon of unity, service, and hope.”
He highlighted that NASFAT has been making impactful contributions to the Dartford community, serving hundreds of members through community engagement, weekly educational programs nurturing young minds, year-round charitable support extending beyond the Muslim community, and a renovated space that welcomes all of Dartford for community events.
