Nigeria: Laptop for organizing Futminna Humanist Students
Nigeria: Laptop for organizing Futminna Humanist Students
Futminna Humanist Student Society
Location: Federal University of Technology, Bosso, Niger-State Nigeria
Email: futminnahumanist@gmail.com
Members
Aisha Abdullahi – Muslim (Female 22years +2348069087732 aillhakab@gmail.com)
Chidinma Okeke –Ex Christian (female, 24years, +2348087814164 chikekemata@gmail.com )
Maryam Sani – Ex Muslim (Female 26years +2347050554919 myeyniram@gmail.com)
Abdulrahman Musa – Ex Muslim (Female 22years +2348065892123 marahsadu@gmail.com) Coordinator
Emeka Nwachukwu – Ex Christian (Male 27years +2348030946791 nwabericha@gmail.com)
Tajudeen Bello – Ex Muslim ( Male 29years +2347063890221 tahbelldeen@gmail.com)
Samuel Dangana – Ex Christian (male 22years +2349031896650 dangtata@gmail.com)
Ahmed Lawal – Ex Muslim ( Male 28years )
John Okafor – Ex Christian (Male 24years )
Kabiru Yusuf – Ex Muslim (Male 28years )
David Ayodele – Ex Christian (Male 21years)
Ibrahim Abdulkareem –Ex Muslim (Male 26years )
Why We Are Humanist
As students of the Federal University of Technology, Minna, we have come together to form a humanist group grounded in a clear and collective decision: to reject belief in any god or religion, and instead embrace a worldview rooted in reason, evidence, and human-centered values. In a region where religious identity often shapes daily life, we believe it is both bold and necessary to step away from systems of faith that, in our experience, often divide, control, and discourage critical thinking.
Our choice to be humanists is not born out of rebellion, but from a sincere desire to live honestly and ethically without relying on supernatural explanations or divine authority. We recognize that morality, compassion, and purpose do not require religion; they are products of human experience, empathy, and mutual respect. We believe that society can thrive when people are free to think independently, question tradition, and make decisions based on logic and shared humanity.
Religion, while meaningful to many, has also been a source of conflict, fear, and limitation. In our personal journeys, many of us have struggled with guilt, shame, or confusion imposed by religious teachings. We have seen how religious divisions can fuel hatred and hinder progress. Rejecting these systems allows us to reclaim our autonomy and direct our lives with clarity and intention.
By choosing humanism, we are choosing to build a community based not on faith in a god, but on trust in human potential. We believe that science, reason, and compassion are enough to guide us toward a more just and meaningful life. Through this group, we hope to inspire others to think freely, live honestly, and commit to improving the world not because a god commands it, but because it is the right thing to do.
Purpose of the group
The newly formed Humanist Group at the Federal University of Technology, Minna exists to promote a rational, ethical, and secular approach to life one that rejects belief in any god or religion, and instead centers on human reason, science, and compassion. Our purpose is to create a safe and open space for students who question religious belief or who identify as atheists, agnostics, skeptics, or freethinkers, providing a community where we can support each other and grow intellectually and morally without the influence of religious doctrine.
We aim to encourage critical thinking and promote conversations about meaning, morality, and human rights from a non-religious perspective. Through meetings, discussions, lectures, and outreach activities, we will explore how to live fulfilling, ethical lives based on reason and shared human values. We will also advocate for secularism in public life, the importance of science and education, and freedom of thought and expression.
Our group will engage in charitable and social impact work, driven not by religious obligation, but by genuine concern for human welfare. We will promote respect for diversity, challenge harmful traditions and superstitions, and support efforts that advance justice, equality, and rational discourse.
Ultimately, our purpose is to be a voice for non-religious students, to challenge dogma, and to affirm that morality and meaning do not depend on belief in a deity. We believe that by embracing humanism, we can help build a more thoughtful, inclusive, and compassionate society starting right here on our campus.
PROPOSAL for Laptop
Futminna humanist student society is seeking a $200 grant to purchase a laptop that will serve as a central tool for organizing and enhancing our outreach, events, and educational initiatives. As a student-led organization dedicated to promoting secular humanism, critical thinking, ethical dialogue, and community service, we rely heavily on digital tools to manage our activities effectively.
The laptop will be used primarily to:
• Create and manage event materials, such as presentations, flyers, and social media content
• Maintain club records, including meeting minutes, membership databases, and budgeting
• Facilitate virtual programming, such as guest speaker webinars, collaborative planning, and inclusive meetings for students who cannot attend in person
• Coordinate service projects and partnerships, including communication with local charities, schools, and advocacy groups
Currently, the club lacks a dedicated device, which limits our ability to function smoothly and sustainably. A reliable laptop will empower student leaders to collaborate more effectively, ensure continuity across semesters, and expand the club’s impact on campus and in the wider community.
We appreciate your consideration and support in helping us grow our mission of inclusive, ethical engagement.