Chairman, Ona-Alaafia Nigerian Muslims Community Bradford
is a community leader, entrepreneur and finance professional with a strong commitment to faith, unity, family wellbeing and community development.
He currently serves as the Chairman of Ona Alaafia Nigerian Muslims Community in Bradford, where he provides leadership and works alongside other members of the executive team to strengthen relationships among families, promote Islamic values and build a peaceful, supportive and progressive community.
Originally from Agege, Lagos, Nigeria, Abdulrafiu comes from a devoted Muslim family and has a longstanding connection to community and
traditional leadership. He relocated to the United Kingdom in 2022 and is based in Bradford, where he continues to contribute actively to community life.
Professionally, Abdulrafiu has a background in Accounting, having studied at Lagos State Polytechnic, now Lagos State University of Science and Technology. His career has included experience within the accounting, manufacturing and banking sectors, including working with Wema Bank. He subsequently moved into entrepreneurship, with business experience spanning banking transactions and the building materials sector.
As Chairman of Ona Alaafia, Abdulrafiu is passionate about bringing people together, supporting families and creating an environment where members can maintain their faith and cultural identity while contributing positively to wider British society. He believes that strong communities are built through cooperation, mutual respect and a willingness to support one another. His leadership approach is centred on service, unity, peace and Islamic values, with a vision of building a community in Bradford where individuals and families can connect, support one another and thrive.
“Strong communities are built through faith, unity, service and care for one another.”
