By: Abdulwahab Abdulmalik Hard drugs and alcohol have been the major reason for high mortality among young people. It is believed, with the help of research, that about 320 people die per hour in the world. Alcohol continues to be the most absorbed and misused psychoactive substance among young adults, despite the negative repercussions it…
Muhammed Akindele reports The management of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto has on 6th, November deregistered and banned all the activities of Ex-boys, Ex-jam, and Ex- commando association in Usmanu Danfodiyo University Campus. According to the internal memorandum released from the office of the vice-chancellor of the university, Professor S.L. Bilbis, and signed by the deputy…
By Shereefdeen Ahmad On 3rd November, a Facebook user, Joseph Moonwalker has claimed that ace footballer Lionel Messi celebrated a goal by showing off legendary singer Michael Jackson’s t-shirt under his jersey. The post has an image of of the eight-times Ballon d’Or winner celebrating a goal by showing off a Michael Jackson’s t-shirt under…
Abdulkadir Sofiullahi Reports The Centre for Peace Studies, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has invited the General Public to its Second International Symposium on pathway to enhance security and conflict resolution. According to the flier released from the office of the Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof. L.S. Bilbis, the program is scheduled to be held…
By: Muheeb Moshood It’s not an exaggeration to label my editors the best in the history of campus journalism. With only three editors carrying over from the previous administration, they did not only steered the ship but elevated it to new heights. The future of The News Digest Press, the prominent press outfit at Usmanu…
Abdulganiyu Azeez reports The Entrepreneurship Club, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS) has officially released the nomination form for its prestigious Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), award, and dinner night for the year 2022/2023 academic session. The GEW event is designed to honor and celebrate the remarkable achievements and invaluable contributions of entrepreneurs who have left an…
Muhammed Akindele reports Ashiat Meikudi, a 300-level student of English and Literary Studies and former Assistant Secretary General of the News Digest Press has achieved the remarkable milestone of becoming the first female deputy editor-in-chief of the press board. Prior to her appointment, she was reportedly nominated by the transition committee of the board and…
By: Muhammed Akindele Nigeria is a country known for its rich diversity of ethnic groups, with Hausa/Fulani, Yoruba, and Igbo being the major ones. Despite my clear Yoruba heritage, I’ve frequently encountered the misperception that I belong to the Fulani ethnic group. This confusion isn’t entirely unexpected, given certain physical attributes that I possess, such…
By: Muhammed Akindele The recurring ASUU strikes in our country have been a long-standing issue, with the union established in 1978 but frequently going on strike due to unfulfilled government agreements. However, it’s important to note that not only students but also lecturers are victims of these strikes. Lecturers, who rely on their teaching income,…
Abdulganiyu Azeez reports A 300-level student of Primary Education, Faculty of Education and Extension Services (FEES), Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS), Isiaq Ibrahim has bagged The News Digest male category of campus Journalist for the year 2022/2023 academic session. This announcement was made during the Digest Festival, held on Sunday, 5th November, at UDUS Multi-purpose…
