Fake Circular on Payment of ₦50,000 – Please Ignore
The Management of Bayero University, Kano has alerted students and the public about a fake circular spreading on social media. This false message claims that students—especially those from the former Faculty of Arts and Islamic Studies—must pay ₦50,000 on or before 1st December 2025, signed by one Saifullahi Dahiru “For Registrar”.

Faculties Mentioned in the Fake Circular
- Faculty of Languages, Linguistics and Theatre Arts
- Faculty of History and Development Studies
- Faculty of Islamic Studies and Sharia
(formerly part of the old Faculty of Arts and Islamic Studies)
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BUK’s Official Position
Bayero University, Kano has made its stance clear:
- The circular is completely FAKE.
- No payment has been approved or authorised by the University.
- Students must ignore the message entirely.
- BUK does not issue financial instructions via random social media posts.
- Anyone without official authority CANNOT speak on behalf of the University.
Stay Safe & Verify Information
To avoid misinformation, students and parents should only rely on official communication channels, such as:
- BUK Official Website
- Directorate of Public Affairs
- Recognised Faculty Offices
- Official University Social Media Accounts
University’s Commitment
Bayero University remains focused on:
- Safeguarding students from fraudulent activities.
- Ensuring transparency in all financial and academic procedures.
- Taking firm action against anyone spreading false information.
Final Advice
✔ Always verify information before acting.
✔ Ignore unverified social media posts.
✔ Report suspicious messages to your faculty or the Directorate of Public Affairs.
BUK stands for integrity and will continue to protect its academic community.
Credit: Allschool, Allcbt
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