THE ROLE OF THE MUSLIM STUDENTS’ SOCIETY OF NIGERIA (MSSN) IN CURBING IMMORALITY AMONG STUDENTS OF BAYERO UNIVERSITY KANO

Abstract

This paper examines the role of the Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN) in curbing immorality among students of Bayero University, Kano (BUK). Using a mixed-methods approach archival review, document analysis, and semi-structured interviews with MSSN leaders and selected students, the study explores MSSN’s historical mission, programmes (religious instruction, counselling, outreach, peer regulation), and perceived impact on students’ moral behavior. Findings indicate that MSSN at BUK has sustained a visible presence through regular religious programmes, peer counselling, public campaigns, and inter-society collaborations that promote Islamic ethics and discipline. However, structural constraints (limited funding, varying student commitment, campus-wide social influences) moderate its effectiveness. The paper concludes with recommendations for strengthening MSSN’s preventive and rehabilitative strategies and for collaborative universitysociety partnerships to improve moral outcomes on campuses.