The News Digest Press

The News Digest Press is a campus press outlet based at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. It covers both issues on the campus and beyond. On campus, Digest has won the Press Board of the Year award for three consecutive times_2018, 2019 and 2020. At national level, the press board has emerged as the winner of the Pen Club of the Year award at the 2019 annual campus journalism awards organized by the Youth Digest in Nigeria.

News Digest Suspends Social Media Manager 1, Prepares Membership Forfeiture Over Political Ties

Abdulkadir Sofiullahi Reports The News Digest Press, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto has on Sunday, 3rd March, suspended Yasir Aladodo, the Social Media Manager 1, over his alleged involvement in political activities. The suspension, effective immediately, prohibits Aladodo from engaging in any activity of the board until March 15th, to appear before the panel and address…

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The Travails of Bleeding Nigerians

By Yasir Aladodo “Let the poor breath.” echoed President Bola Ahmed months back. Yet to what good is breathing when hunger looms? Beyond words, the country is ruing. Things are not as they ought to be. Food commodities are beyond the average pocket. Dollar rates oscillate from bad to worse, crippling the country’s forex and…

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Tragedy Strikes: Final Year UDUS Student Dead After Motorcycle Accident

Abdullateef Abdullahi reports Jabir Jibreel, a final year student of Education Biology hailing from Gusau local government, Zamfara state, was confirmed dead on Saturday, 24 February 2024, following a fatal motorcycle accident. According to eyewitness accounts provided by Jabir’s close friend, Muslim Saidu, the tragic incident occurred as Jabir was en route from Gusau to…

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Education Faculty Issues Directive for Pending Projects Submission

Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen reports The Faculty of Education and Extension Services (FEES), Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has directed the concerned students of the faculty who have not yet completed their projects to liaise with their supervisors for the submission. According to the memo released and signed by Prof. H. S. Abubakar, Head of Department, Educational Foundations,…

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Motherhood and Maternity

By: Amidat Ahmad Motherhood and maternity is an unparalleled journey that transcends boundaries, cultures, and time. It is a profound chapter in a woman’s life that encompasses various emotions, challenges, and immeasurable joys. Whether anticipated or unexpected, this transformative experience leaves an indelible mark on individuals, families, and society as a whole. The essence of…

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Pharmacists, Students Express Concern Over NMA’s Decision to Discontinue Clerkship Training

By Mutalib Jibril “Why would you call for the discontinuation of clerkship which has been in existence and functioning for years and contributing massively to the student’s academic career?” Muhammad Kabir, a professional pharmacist with over 5 years of experience rhetorically questioned the circular released by the Nigeria Medical Association. On January 15th, 2024, the…

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