Any student of UNN (The University of Nigeria, Nsukka) knows that it's that time of the year where every Adeola, Chukwuebuka and Musa are coming back to the campus from their different respective destinations (because it's quite obvious that the Christmas or holiday seasons has already come to an end).Â
Whilst almost everyone will be dusting his or her books to prepare for the forthcoming classes; there are still a good number of folks whom are having issues that pertains or relates to Accomodation (Housing); and trust me when I tell say that accomodation issues is one of the most pressing issues that are facing students in the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN).Â
So, I would not want to bore you with too much words, so I am going to hit the nail on the head; below are 3 mistakes some UNN students (especially 100 level students or freshers) make whilst seeking for accommodation within the University environment:Â
1. Don't Depend Solely On UNN Housing Agents, Do Your Own "Digging Too":
Yes, you heard me right! Not every housing agent you see in the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) are really honest; a good number of them are known to be "Sweet Liars"; though not all of them are bad, but there are still some agents who are actually good.Â
Incase if you are seeking for accomodation in UNN; don't follow everything that a housing agent tells you; that's to say if he tells you that price of a particular self-con is 150 thousand Naira, it will be advisable to ask either the caretaker or the occupants of that lodge how much the residents are paying per annum (But don't do this in the presence of the housing agent, some of them might perceive it as an insult).Â
2. Always Inspect A Room Before Tapping On That Payment Button:
I remember my time as a fresher within the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) when I was still looking for accomodation; I was opportuned to find one, but what I saw sent shivers down my spine. It so happened that one of the housing agents that I saw took me to a "Mud House" which was originally a "Chicken House" and tried to coerce me into paying him for the lodge… well, long story short, I "Japad" (Ran Away).Â
Stop looking at the outer structure of lodges, always make sure that you go into the room to that you wish to settle in; endeavor to inspect the pipes in the kitchen, the tiles in the bathroom, the water closet, the bulbs, the windows and every other thing you believe is "breakable"! If after your reconnaissance and you find out that somethings are faulty in that particular room, please do not pay for it until something necessary is done about it.Â
3. Becareful Whenever You Are Taking In Total Strangers To Be Your Roommates:
Some students in the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) loves to live alone; there are also some folks whom always find it difficult to live alone and as such, they will need another person to live with them.Â
It is always advisable to do a background check on the person you wish to end up with as your roommate whilst in UNN; it's very necessary, for your own mental health and safety.Â
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