Abuja residents express concern about rate of almajiri
1 year ago15010 min
Residents of Abuja have expressed concern about an unusual concentration of “Almajiri,” or street children, on major roads, streets, and intersections. At intersections in Kubwa, Dawaki, Galadima, Gwarimpa, Bwari, Dutse, and city centres like Wuse and Garki, these kids can be seen every day carrying plates and pleading for alms from motorists in commercial vehicles. Some locals blamed the situation on the rise in insecurity in northern states, while others blamed polygamy and the negligence...
