Bukar Usman (born 10 December 1942) is a Nigerian folklorist and historian.[1] His interest includes topics like history, folktales and political commentary.[2]
Bukar Usman | |
|---|---|
| Born | 10 December 1942 Borno State |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | Ahmadu Bello University Zaria |
Early life and education
editBukar Usman was born in Biu in Borno State in Nigeria.[3] His early school was Qur'an education in Biu Local Government of Borno State then proceeded to secondary school in the same place in 1951.[4] He went to Kings College, Lagos and proceeded to Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, where he studied history.[5]
Publications
edit- Press policy and responsibility 1998
- God and Ancestors: Mythic Tales of Nigeria
- The Bride without scars
References
edit- ^ "Bukar Usman: Young Ones Must Be Encourage to Speak Mother Tongue – THISDAYLIVE". thisday. Retrieved 2023-05-26.
- ^ "Bukar Usman: An administrator, quintessential man of letters". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2021-09-19. Retrieved 2023-05-26.
- ^ keeper, House (2014-07-01). "My life and folk tales, by Bukar Usman". Blueprint Newspapers. Retrieved 2023-05-26.
- ^ "Bukar Usman at 80: Of creativity, prolificacy and cultural advocacy". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2022-12-11. Retrieved 2023-05-26.
- ^ Rapheal (2022-01-07). "Bukar Usman@79: Late bloomer who became prolific". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-05-26.