By Bashirat Durojaye That word ‘Danfodite’ is an epithet name for Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto’s student. However, the colloquial word ‘jambito’ is a welcoming rhyme for newly admitted students. A nickname that points new students out in the crowd. Perhaps, because of their weird questions and behavior they always display on campus. I’m Durojaye Bashirat…
HOW I INTEND TO SERVE “DANFODITES”_James Gana Sule aka G. Sule My name is James Gana Sule aka G. Sule. I am a 300 level student from the Faculty of Science, Department of Biological sciences, Zoology unit to be precised. It is my belief that the best way to serve the society or community is…
SOKOTO VARSITY RECORDS FIRST FEMALE GRADUATE OF GEOLOGY Abdulrahman Yahaya reports Jamila Adamu, a native of Birnin Kebbi, in Kebbi state has graduated from the Department Of Geology, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto; becoming the first ever female to graduate from the Department. The department which was inaugurated at the beginning of the 2012/2013 academic session has…
Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen reports The Center for Entrepreneurship Development(CED), Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has started baking bread for sale in the university main campus. According to a statement posted by the club on its Facebook handle on Thursday, 13th July, the breads are of a variety of sizes ensuring that they fit the needs and budget…
By Yisau Babatunde Anytime he was about to embark on a journey, he loved to sit beside a driver (front seat). Bello Imron Olalekan (not disclosing his course of study and level) felt over the moon as he was resuming back to his school, Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUS), in February for the 2024/2025 academic…
By Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen Bakasssi Hostel On one Monday, Abdulrahman Abdulrahim, faced a challenging morning as he prepared to attend his lecture at A’ classes—situated a kilometer away from Bakassi hostel. Despite a rejuvenating rest, fatigue marked his expression as he stood at the crossroads, eagerly awaiting a motorcycle to transport him to class. However, after…
By: Abdulmalik Abdulwahab In the historical era shrouded in darkness, predating the enlightenment of secret knowledge, smuggling was a prevalent practice dating back to the 13th century. In 1275 England, medieval smuggling primarily revolved around evading high taxes on exports like wool and hides. Merchants, seeking to bypass trade restrictions, engaged in smuggling various goods,…
Shereefdeen Ahmad Writes On Thursday evening around 8:00pm, a empty picture of the most popular lecture hall in Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, ETF3 Lecture Hall without students, with the caption ‘ETF3 dry tonight oo…sign na ur mate’ was circulating on social media. This has instilled fear that the university campus is unsafe for reading at…
By Habeeb Olokooba As I stepped into the UDUS ETF3 on this day, one need not be told that the hall is a faith-deciding one. The unusual decorum of the gathering that welcomed my entrance was the tell-tale sign. The unusual sullenness of adults and young adults could mean either of two things, either they…
By Yasir Aladodo Life after leaving an institution is a thrilling yet challenging journey. Graduating from university fills one’s heart with joy, but transitioning from a structured environment to the uncharted waters of independence can stir a mix of emotions. It demands meticulous planning and adaptability. One of the most significant post-institution challenges is establishing…
