Abacha varsity closes female hostels over immorality and safety concerns

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Abacha varsity closes female hostels, students to vacate accommodation immediately after semester exams

By Jeph Ajobaju, Chief Copy Editor

Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) has closed Al-Ansar Indabo female students’ hostels located at Hotoro and UDB Road in the Kano metropolis over concerns about immorality and safety.

Students have been ordered to vacate the hostels immediately after the current semester examinations.

A statement issued by MAAUN Vice President (Campus Life) Hamza Garba also announced the withdrawal of approval for the use of the hostels following reported violations of the code of conduct.

The decision was taken as part of efforts to ensure safe, secure, and morally upright accommodation for students.

“I am directed by the management to write, inform, and bring to the attention of our esteemed parents and students that the university has withdrawn its approval for Al-Ansar Indabo female students hostels located at UDB Road and Hotoro,” the statement said.

Garba explained that the hostels failed to comply with university regulations guiding the operation of private student accommodation.

He said the non-compliance led to various infractions, including reported cases of immoral behaviour, poor water and electricity supply, student violence, unauthorised movement at night, and the sharing of facilities with unknown tenants.

“These issues pose a serious threat to the well-being of our students,” he stressed.

The university directed all affected students to vacate the hostels immediately after the conclusion of the current semester examinations and warned them against further association with the facilities for their own safety and security.

“Management is working closely with relevant security agencies to ensure total compliance with the directive,” the statement added.

Students and parents are advised to contact the Office of the Vice President, Campus Life, via the official email address – vp-campuslife@maaun.edu.ng – for guidance on approved and secure hostel options.

MAAUN said it would not take responsibility for any consequences arising from non-compliance with the directive.

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