THE Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) has ordered the immediate closure of the off-campus female hostels, Al-Ansar Indabo hostels, located along UDB Road and in the Hotoro area of Kano metropolis.

In a statement released on Monday, May 12, by the university’s Vice President of Campus Life, Hamza Garba, a doctorate holder, the institution cited safety concerns and violations of its student code of conduct as reasons for the closure.

According to the statement, the decision to withdraw the university’s approval for the hostels was made to safeguard students and ensure that they reside in secure and morally appropriate environments.

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management to write, inform, and bring to the attention of our esteemed parents and students that the university has withdrawn its approval for Al-Ansar Indabo female students’ hostels located at UDB Road and Hotoro,” the statement read.

He detailed several infractions, including reports of immoral behaviour, poor water and electricity supply, unauthorised movements at night, student violence, and sharing of hostel facilities with unknown tenants.

The students also allegedly breached the school’s regulations governing private accommodations.

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

The university has instructed all students currently residing in the affected hostels to vacate the premises immediately after the ongoing semester examinations. It also warned students and parents against further association with the facilities.

The school said it was working with relevant security agencies to ensure compliance, adding that it would not be held liable for any consequences resulting from non-compliance with the directive.