MAAUN shuts down 2 private female hostels over safety concerns

Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) has ordered the immediate closure of two privately-run female hostels in Kano, citing serious safety and disciplinary concerns.

The affected hostels, located in the Hotoro and UDB Road areas, were previously recognized by the university but have now lost that status.

In a statement issued on Monday, Dr. Hamza Garba, MAAUN’s Vice President of Campus Life, announced the withdrawal of the university’s official recognition of the Al-Ansar Indabo hostels.

According to Dr. Garba, the decision aligns with the institution’s commitment to providing a secure and morally sound environment for its 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management to write, inform, and bring to the attention of our esteemed parents and students that the university has withdrawn its approval for Al-Ansar Indabo female students hostels located at UDB Road and Hotoro,” the statement read.

Dr. Garba explained that the facilities were found to be in violation of institutional policies governing student housing, with multiple breaches reported.

“These issues pose a serious threat to the well-being of our students,” he said, citing various infractions such as “immoral behaviour, poor water and electricity supply, student violence, unauthorised movement at night, and the sharing of facilities with unknown tenants.”

As a result, students currently residing in the affected hostels have been instructed to vacate the premises immediately after completing their semester examinations. The university also advised students to avoid returning to the hostels for their own safety.

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

Parents and students were encouraged to reach out to the Office of the Vice President, Campus Life, via the official university email (vp-campuslife@maaun.edu.ng) for updated information on authorized and safe housing options.

The university emphasized that it will not be held liable for any incidents stemming from a failure to adhere to the directive.