By: Amidat Ahmad Ever stepped into the corridors of the female hostels? Picture this: overflowing waste bins, dustbins surrounded by debris, and a pungent odor hanging in the air. What lies beyond these scenes of neglect? “Despite efforts by hostel management to provide adequate waste disposal facilities, the lack of conscientious usage by student residents…
By Shamsudeen Abubakar Muhammad Nasiru, aged 40, has been enduring the stress of queuing at the filling station but that of April 27, is still fresh in his mind—triggering him to wear a constant expression of anger, as the scorching sun adds to the intensity of his frustration. Before Nasiru could fill his gallon with…
By: Abubakar Shamsudeen In a moment of presumed safety, Abdulraheem Ibrahim, a 300-Level Agriculture student, entrusted his belongings to his bag while diving into his studies at the library. However, his peace shattered when he discovered a cunning thief had managed to pilfer his phone and a prized power bank, despite their secure placement within…
By Alqosim Gbemisola At just 10, Fatimah Muhammad is among ‘Yarinya’ girls at Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto campus, doing ‘Aiki’—Hausa for menial jobs in female hostels. Hailing from Wurno local government in Sokoto State, Northwest Nigeria, Fatimah’s journey diverges from her peers as she embarks on ‘Aiki’ duties instead of stepping into a primary school…
By Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen and Muhammad Akindele Amidst a jubilant atmosphere suffused with blessings, Nasiru Issa, a 14-year-old native of Sokoto state, awoke with a beaming smile upon learning of the convocation at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. The anticipated event promises to be a milestone in his young life–marking a momentous occasion he has yet to…
By Meikudi Ashiat It was a bright and colorful day for Ibrahim Jimoh Saliu, 47, who toured 727 kilometers from his state of origin down to Sokoto State to celebrate the honorary attainment of his PhD. His joy knew no bounds when he saw his name on the list of PhD Graduates and he reminisced…
By Mutolib Jubril In a culinary twist that defies conventional wisdom, Musa, a budding professional, has ingeniously turned his nightly meal into a battleground against acid reflux. By incorporating his medication into his eba dinner, he’s not just dining; he’s pioneering a unique strategy that could revolutionize how he approaches this widespread discomfort. However, his…
By Muhammed Akindele and Abdulrazaq Kamaldeen Under the scorching sun of Usmanu Danfodiyo University in Wammako Local Government of Sokoto, Hassan Nasir, 26, bore the weariness of countless haircuts etched on his face. Despite the fatigue evident in his eyes, Hassan awaited the arrival of his next customers—their pending appointments adding to his dilemma. The…
By Habibu Temako It was a breezy time of the day when Saliman AbdulBasit, a 200-level student of Agriculture at Usman Danfodio University Sokoto (UDUS) got a drink of messages on his WhatsApp departmental group. Without a second blink, he swung to decode the content, surprisingly enough, it was a PDF delving into the grudge…
By: Amanatullahi Yusuf Yusuf Al Imam’s heart danced with joy upon learning of the convocation’s grand finale at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Envisioning the vast opportunities amidst over 22,000 graduating students– he and five other entrepreneurs eagerly boarded separate buses, each costing a substantial 18,050 naira. Their journey…
