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Barren women, male soldiers most eligible marriage partners in Kano – Matchmakers
Sabiu Kabuga
Barren women and male soldiers are the most eligible marriage partners in Kano state according to matchmakers.
Kano Focus reports that women who own houses and rich businessmen are the next most eligible category.
A matchmaker, Amina Ahmad of Sani Mainagge Kano city said barren women are most eligible because men fear the burden of catering for children.
Ms Ahmad who has been a matchmaker for 43 years said her female clients prefer soldiers and other paramilitary personnel.
Amina Ahmad – Matchmaker
“Most men now demand for barren women to marry.
“Apart from barren women, the male clients also look for women who own houses.
“The female clients look for men in uniform such as customs and immigration officers but they prefer soldiers.” Ms Ahmad said
The matchmaker said due to so much demand, she had to invite soldiers from Bukavu Barracks, Kano.
“They were very excited and came to my house to meet the women.
“However most of them were old and my clients prefer young soldiers.” She said.
Another matchmaker, Shu’aibu Rabi’u confirms to Kano Focus that male suitors prefer barren women.
Shu’aibu Rabi’u -Matchmaker
Mr Rabiu, who is the chairman Kano state association of matchmakers, said barren women are most eligible for two reasons.
“Some men have a strong libido but the fear of conception prevents them from frequent intercourse.
“And some don’t want to have children because they already have enough from other women.” Mr Rabiu said.
He said matchmakers determine a barren woman based on her marital history.
“A divorced woman whose former co-wives had children with her ex-husband is deemed to be barren.” Mr Rabiu said.
How the process works
Some matchmakers collect a fixed amount from their clients while others vary the price.
Ms Ahmad says she charges both male and female clients N1,000 only.
“And if they get married I also collect anything the couple gives me as a gift.” Ms Ahmad said.
However Mr Rabiu charges male clients N2,000 while female clients pay N3,000 only.
“But those men seeking women that own houses pay N5,000 fees.” He said.
Mr Rabiu adds that after the marriage he collects one piece of African Print, soap, cream, and a percentage of the bridal price.
He however said there are matchmakers that collect up to N50,000 from clients before they connect them with their desired spouse.
We are not pimps
Mr Rabiu said the major challenge of the matchmaking business is insincere suitors.
“Sometimes we get clients who want to use us as pimps.
“When we connect them with marriage partners they end up propositioning them.
“So I always advise my female clients to report such men to me.
“I have a way of dealing with them.” Mr Rabiu said.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The government has introduced new guidelines for fee increment.
Kano State Government has prohibited private and voluntary schools from arbitrarily increasing fees and forcing parents to purchase materials directly from the schools.
KANO FOCUS reports that Executive Secretary of the Kano State Private and Voluntary Institution’s Board( KSPVIB,) Comrade Baba Abubakar Umar, gave the warning in an interview with journalists.
The Executive Secretary said that some schools have been taking advantage of parents through hidden charges and exorbitant fees.
He said to address this issue, the board has introduced new guidelines.
According to him, “Schools must convene a Parents-Teachers Association (PTA) meeting to discuss any fee increments”.
He also stated that school must then write to the board seeking approval for the increase, attaching the attendance sheet from the PTA meeting.
He added that”At least two-thirds of parents must be present at the PTA meeting”
Comrade Abubakar dated that, the board has received complaints from parents who were charged excessive fees or amounts different from what was initially agreed upon.
He therefore disclosed that despite the current economic situation, schools must be realistic and fair in their charges.
“The board will work with relevant authorities to prosecute schools that operate illegally or evade taxes”
He however maintained that the board is committed to ensuring that schools provide safe learning environments and employ qualified teachers.
“Parents are encouraged to report any schools with substandard teaching or unsafe conditions”
Comrade Abubakar emphasised that, new census forms will be distributed to private and voluntary schools to ensure accurate data collection and effective monitoring. Saying that the board remains open to dialogue and discussions with schools willing to comply with the law.
He commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for his commitment to education, allocating 30% of the state’s budget to the sector and declaring a state of emergency.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has reported that two people have died and two others were injured following the collapse of a two-storey building in Noman’s Land, Fagge Local Government Area of Kano.
KANO FOCUS reports that the NEMA Coordinator, Kano Territorial Officer, Dr. Nuraddeen Abdullahi, who confirmed the incident on Thursday, said the agency received a distress call around 2:00 a.m. from a Good Samaritan about the building collapse.
Dr. Abdullahi stated, “The agency received a distress call today at about 2:00 a.m. from a Good Samaritan that a two-storey building collapsed in Noman’s Land Quarters, Kano.”
He further said, “Upon receiving the information, we quickly dispatched our rescue team to the scene.”
Dr. Abdullahi added, “Four persons were rescued by our team—a husband, wife, and two children. Unfortunately, the two children were confirmed dead, while the couple were rushed to the Armed Forces Specialist Hospital, Kano, for treatment.”
The NEMA Coordinator also noted that search and rescue operations were still ongoing to find any persons trapped in the building.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Kano students from Kano are the top applicants of the student loan scheme, data from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund has revealed.
KANO FOCUS reports that NELFUND, in a data chart posted via its official X handle, @nelfnigeria on Friday, highlighted the number of applicants per state of origin.
According to the data chart, students originally from Kano State topped the list of applicants with 17,122 applicants; Borno followed suit with 13,798 applicants while Benue had 11,754 applicants. The three states were the only states with over 11, 000 applicants.
The implementation of the student loan scheme is President Bola Tinubu’s flagship project in the education sector.
Barely a month after his inauguration as president, Tinubu signed the Access to Higher Education Act, which creates a legal framework for granting loans to indigent or low-income Nigerians to facilitate the payment of their fees in Nigerian tertiary institutions.
The law, reenacted earlier this year, created the Nigerian Education Loan Fund.
NELFUND is saddled with the responsibility of handling all loan requests, grants, disbursement, and recovery.
The fund, according to the act, is to be funded from multiple streams and will engage in other productive activities.
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