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| Bukar Usman | |
|---|---|
| Born | 10 December 1942 Borno State |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | Ahmadu Bello University Zaria |
Bukar Usman (born 10 December 1942) is a Nigerian folklorist and historian. His interest includes topics like history, folktales and political commentary.
Early life and education
Bukar Usman was born in Biu in Borno State in Nigeria. 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. He went to Kings College, Lagos and proceeded to Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, where he studied history.
Publications
- Press policy and responsibility 1998
- God and Ancestors: Mythic Tales of Nigeria
- The Bride without scars
References
- "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.