The Life Of Street Almajiri Children In Cold Season, by Aisha Mohammed Bukar

Every year, when the cold season comes, life becomes even harder for thousands of street children in northern Nigeria. These children, known as almajiri, have no home, no warm clothes, and no one to take care of them.The almajiri system was meant to provide free education to young boys. But today, many of these children are forced to live on the streets, begging fo  food and money. They are often seen roaming the streets, with torn clothes and without shoe.When the temperature drops, these children suffer. They have no warm clothes, and no shelter. Many of them get frostbite, a painful condition that can take a long time to heal.

“I’ve seen many of my friends get frostbite,” said 12-year-old Musa, an almajiri boy. “It’s very painful. We have to beg for food and money, and sometimes we don’t get anything. We have to sleep on the streets, and it’s very cold.”

Despite the difficulties they face, these children remain hopeful. They continue to beg for food and money, and many of them still attend Quranic school. They believe that education is the key to a better life, and they are determined to learn.But the situation is still very bad. The government, NGOs, and individuals must work together to help these children. They need food, clothes, shelter, and education. They need protection from the cold and from those who would harm them.

The almajiri system is a complex issue, and there are no easy solutions. But one thing is clear: these children deserve our help and our support. They deserve a chance to grow up in a safe and conducive  environment, with access to education and healthcare.As the cold season continues, it’s essential that we remember the street children almajiri who are struggling to survive. We must take action to protect them from the harsh elements and provide them with the support and services they need to thrive.

By working together, we can make a difference in the lives of these children. We can provide them with food, clothes, shelter, and education. We can protect them from the cold and from those who would harm them.Let us come together to help these children. Let us show them that we care, that we are committed to helping them build a better future.

The life of a street almajiri in the cold season is very hard. But with our help and support, these children can overcome the challenges they face. They can grow up to be healthy, educated, and productive members of society. Let us not forget these children. Let us not turn a blind eye to their suffering. Let us come together to help them, to support them, and to give them the chance to build a better future.We can make a difference in the lives of these children. We can provide them with the support and services they need to thrive. Let us take action today, and let us work together to build a brighter future for these children.

Aisha Mohammed Bukar, mass communication department borno state university