Mrs. Tabitha Buba is the
first female graduate in Akurmi land, she is a well grounded civil servant and
a caring mother. In this interview she airs her views on areas such as girl
child education, unity of the Akurmi people, and many other sundry issues.
AM: Ma, can you please tell us about yourself?
Ans: My name is Mrs. Tabitha
Jummai Buba. I was born into the family of Late Pa Timothy Gaba Sidi and Madam
Ramatu Ayashe Timothy in Yarkasuwa. I was the fourth of seven siblings out of
whom three had died at infancy including two boys and one girl. Four of us, all
females are alive today. Growing up was very peaceful under very loving and
caring parents. They were an epitome of discipline which they inculcated into
all of us the daughters and the cousins whom we grew together with.
Mrs. Tabitha Buba
AM: Tell us the most memorable thing about your childhood?
Ans: There were many memorable moments growing up in the village
community… before I left for Secondary School at about the age 13years.
AM: How does it feel being the first female graduate in Akurmi land?
Ans: I give God the glory. I thank my parents who encouraged and gave
me all the support that saw me through. I never stopped for one day from
primary school till I graduated from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria in
1981. God gave me admission from one level to the next without stopping.
AM: in your opinion, how can we encourage and promote girl child
education in Akurmi land?
Ans: By enlightening both
parents, the girl child and females generally. For those who missed out as
children, they can still plan to make it up even after marriage. It’s important
to have our females educated for the Socio-economic empowerment and development
of the society. Education is the engine of development. In fact, even the males
need to show greater interest in education.
AM: In many circles, it is believed that even with its large population,
the Akurmi people have not been able to make meaningful progress due to
disunity. Do you agree?
Ans:
To my mind there is no group of people that are totally with no challenges.
What we really need is focus, tolerance, sacrifice and less selfishness. It
doesn’t have to be I all the time. Let’s have a broader perspective of
development and carefully plan towards its achievement. The elderly, youth,
male and female must come together for progress.
AM: In your opinion, how do you think the Akurmi people can attain
indivisible unity?
Ans:
Always create (a) forum for dialogue and have better understanding rather than
rumors and backbiting.
AM: What is your advice to Akurmi youths, who are today living in a
challenging and morally decaying society?
Ans:
In all of man’s history, there have been challenges. They may differ from one
generation to another. Youths must therefore listen and respect the advices(sic)
from elders. They should pursue the best education to the highest level. Be
focused and work hard. Imbibe their religious teachings. Love the things of God
and obey and serve Him. Please youths have some moral principles.
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