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Inside the main building, numerous officers bustled about. To reach the door of the Headquarters Office, one had to navigate a long corridor adorned with the nameplate “ACP SALEEM KABIR KUMO.” It was prominently displayed in large letters. I paid little attention to it until the door of the office swung open on its own.…
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They all sat together in their small living room, enjoying lunch. Their mother, Malama Rabi, known as Umma, was there, along with their elder brother, Ma’aruf, who had been away for a while. The younger brother, Muwaddat Zulfa’u, and the youngest, Dawud, completed the family gathering. One glance at Muwaddat’s face would reveal that she…
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She hurried towards the ground, oblivious to the fact that evening had descended upon her. As she turned around, she unexpectedly encountered him, and her heart seemed to stumble. Morning’s rush had left her no time to contemplate her feelings. Upon entering her home, she skipped the customary greeting and found the man gazing out…
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Sharifah expressed, “Everyone across the world who knows me also knows my son Shariqah, and it’s as though we’re inseparable, like a mother’s bond with her children. After the love we hold for Allah (S.W.A) and His Messenger (S.A.W), there is no stronger connection that binds us, even though we have different parents. There is…
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In a town in the East, there lived a man named SAHABI and his wife, MURJANATU. They resided in a farmhouse and, while not extremely wealthy, they were comfortable. They owned some livestock and cultivated farms. However, there was one thing that cast a shadow over their happiness—the absence of an heir. Despite their efforts…
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In the city of Galma, there lived a wealthy man named Malam SHEHU. He possessed vast wealth, including money, clothing, goods, riding equipment, servants, and a substantial herd of cows. He also owned three magnificent horses that pranced with grace in their stable. Every afternoon, he would visit the stable, where his servants and townspeople…
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Chapter One Despite the country, Bashasa, being relatively safe, the Yusufs continued their conquests, even forcing the royal family to abandon Bello’s residence and return to Abdullahi’s home. However, the turmoil never ceased; it was as if the dog had been sold, only to be replaced by a monkey. The strife and warfare persisted until…
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He sits alone in the dark, perched upon a black chair in his room, unmoving, almost robotic. His gaze is fixed upon the large wooden window that faces the house’s courtyard. The wooden frame of the window, like most in the room, has succumbed to termites’ relentless onslaught. More than four hours have passed since…
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Indeed, change is desperately needed, especially considering the recent surge in violence. The hot wind blows down the main street as I stand there, perspiring despite the weather. I can’t help but sweat, especially considering the misfortune I had earlier while tending to the Marmarin products I sell on the roadside. A sorry tree provides…
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Suddenly, a woman’s screams pierced the air, capturing the attention of nearly everyone in the establishment. This sudden commotion caused patrons to turn and fix their gaze on the source of the disturbance. The woman was sitting with her boyfriend at one of the tables in the bar, not partaking in the dance floor activities.…