Dogged and Kindhearted Hassan Gimba: Celebrating four decades of bosom friendship, by Prof MK Othman Deep Thought with Othman  Our friendship, forged in the crucible of the School of Basic Studies of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, resulted in a bond that transcended the typical student camaraderie. We were both teenagers and graduates of our secondary schools, where we emerged as local champions and gained admission into the famous school, SBS. Gaining admission into ABU, the most admired university through its famous gateway, SBS, was the lofty dream of every form...