The issue of determining the precise time for the Jum’at prayer at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has been a longstanding concern for students. This situation, where the timing seems uncertain, has persisted over the years, causing inconvenience and challenges for many.
Understanding that the university mosque serves an academic population, it becomes important for students to have clarity on the Jum’at prayer timing each week.
The variation in prayer timings from week to week adds to the complexity. For students traveling from distant areas like the back of the stadium or Benji, not knowing the exact prayer time can be highly problematic.
This issue of no certain time is compounded for those who are busy studying for tests or exams or even struggling to arrange basic necessities like water for ablution before heading to the mosque.
A week before the last, the Jum’at prayer was observed at 2:20 and last week, at exactly 2:00. Sometimes, the prayer might even be delayed to 2:30. For students juggling multiple responsibilities, this lack of a fixed time leads to many missing the prayer altogether, which is an important concern.
We believe this can be achieved through clear and timely communication channels. Announcing a fixed and exact prayer time would be better if the mosque committee can look in it This way, students can plan their day accordingly, allocate time for necessary preparations, and ensure they are present for the prayer without missing it due to timing uncertainties.
From the Desk of Abdullateef Abdullahi (Asaliy)
Editor-in-chief