Digital Communication Literature as a Strategy for Propagating Islam in Nigeria

Abstract

Modern information and communication technologies and media, to a large extent, have been instrumental in shaping our lifestyles and molding our world views. They are the main means of disseminating ideas and propagating ideologies. Secular and Anti-Islamic forces use ICT for worldly gain and success and propaganda against Islamic values, teachings, and practices. They control and dominate most of the world's media. ICT is being used every second to propagate against Islam and Muslim Ummah. On the other hand, Muslim Ummah is not fully aware of this important sector. They are falling behind in the race. In this competitive age, most Muslims practice Islamic propagation activities through traditional ways and media such as door-to-door communication and arranging waz mahfil (Islamic gathering) etc. But the world is changing every day and modern communications create new opportunities for all kinds of activities. So, we need to reshape the Islamic propagation programmes according to the demand of the time. We should utilize all the facilities of ICT and media and avoid their negative effects for the sake of Islam and Muslim Ummah by following the basic rules and guidance of Islam. Thus, this study examines the importance, problems, and prospects of using ICT and media for Islamic propagative activities.