The Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN), a private institution in Kano, has directed its students to vacate two privately-run female hostels, citing security risks and breaches of university standards.
The affected hostels—Al-Ansar Indabo Female Students Hostels—had their approvals withdrawn by the university due to issues ranging from immoral activities to poor living conditions and non-compliance with operational guidelines.
In a statement released on Sunday, Dr. Hamza Garba, the Vice President of Campus Life, stated that the decision was made to safeguard student welfare and uphold the institution’s zero-tolerance policy on misconduct.
“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Management to write, inform, and bring to the attention of our esteemed parents and students that the university has withdrawn its approval for Al-Ansar Indabo Female Students Hostels,” the statement read.
Dr. Garba explained that the decision followed reports of “immoral activities, insufficient water and power supply, student violence, unauthorized late-night movements, and the presence of unknown tenants sharing facilities.”
“These developments pose a serious threat to the well-being of our students,” he added.
The university mandated that the affected students vacate the premises immediately after the completion of their fall semester examinations.
MAAUN advised parents and students to seek accommodation only through officially approved hostels listed by the Office of the Vice President of Campus Life. It also warned that the institution would not be held responsible for incidents arising from non-compliance with the directive.
The management further disclosed that it is collaborating with relevant security agencies to ensure full compliance with the closure order.
