AN ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECTS OF ALMAJIRAI PHENOMENON IN KAFUR LOCAL GOVERNMENT

5.2 Summary In summary this research work collates and analyzes data on “a number of Almajirai in some selected filling stations in Katsina metropolis”. The data were collected from a primary source which is administration of questionnaire and observation table, the process were followed as directed in the chapter three which gives the method of data collection and data analysis. However, result gotten answers the research questions and met the desired objectives of this research work. From the observation sheet, questions, and desired objective, the bio-data of the respondents is determined, causes of begging and solutions Kafur Local Government Area. The data from observation sheet revealed the average number of Almajirai to be one thousand (1000). Chapter two of this research work reviews some relative literature by pointing the conceptual framework, etc. Chapter three presents the methodology of this work and purposive sampling technique is use to obtain samples, chapter four presented and analysis the result on the collected data while chapter five summaries, concludes and gave some relevant recommendations. Majority of them are from polygamous homes with their fathers having between three to four wives, and have about ten children. And majority of them are from rural areas of Katsina State. The Mallams demand a compulsory weekly contribution and yearly fee for Mawlid celebration from each pupil. This means that since the pupils are away from home, they go out to beg or work in order to get this levy. Most of the Almajirai in the study area desired to an engage in skills acquisition so as to have the means of catering for their immediate need and fruitful life if opportuned. Majority of respondents desired to go near their parents to attend their Qur`anic education so as to be taking care by their parents while schooling. The Mallams demand a compulsory weekly contribution and yearly fee for Mawlid celebration from each pupil. This means that since the pupils are away from home, they go out to beg or work in order to get this levy. Moreover, it appears from the study that the very poor parents send their wards away in recent times, as they could no longer afford to fend for their children due to poverty or frugality.