Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen reports
The management of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has issued a Stern directive, prohibiting students from entering into any residential agreement or occupying any of the newly established hostel buildings, especially in Shama village on the UDUS Main Campus
According to the circular released and signed by Dr. S. Y. Tsagem, Deputy Dean 2 (Private Hostels), Students’ Affairs, students are advised that in their interest, not to rent any residence in such new hostels/buildings/properties.
As outlined, failure to abide by this directive may expose defaulters to appropriate sanctions from the university authority.
The circular emphasized that students should continue to reside in the university-approved hostels.
The statement reads, “ In its effort to serve you better, you are hereby notified that ALL students are strongly prohibited from entering into any residential agreement or/and taking up residence in any of the newly established residential (hostel) buildings (especially in the Shama village) on the UDUS Main Campus.
“Hence, students are advised that in their interest, not to take up residence in such hostels/buildings/properties. Failure to abide by this directive may expose defaulters to appropriate sanctions from the university authority.”
It further stated, “ However, note that ‘for the time being, it is still safe to reside in the already established residential hostels that the university knows of and is in agreement with. For more clarification and information, do not hesitate to contact the Students’ Affairs Office or officials of the Students’ Union. Please, help us to serve you better. Count on our assurances. Thanks for your usual cooperation.”