By Abdlmalik Abdulwahab In 2020, amidst the whirlwind of responsibilities and commitments, an email landed in Salman Yahaya Maiyama’s inbox, bearing news of his convocation from Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Born and raised in Sokoto, hailing from Maiyama in Kebbi state, Salman’s journey to academic success was marked by determination and resilience. Salman’s academic odyssey…
The issue of determining the precise time for the Jum’at prayer at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has been a longstanding concern for students. This situation, where the timing seems uncertain, has persisted over the years, causing inconvenience and challenges for many. Understanding that the university mosque serves an academic population, it becomes important…
By Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen On Sunday, 28th, under the scorching blunt of the sun at Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, students from the faculty of management science were seen moving around cleaning and sanitising the dirties littering the faculty vicinity. The sanitation exercise which had the participation of both students and the executives of the faculty of…
By Abdullateef Abdullahi Four weeks after The News Digest Press publication, noting the lack of doors in the Block C hostel bathrooms at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, significant improvements have been observed. Recalling, The News Digest Press published an editorial titled “Of the 24/7 Hostel Bathrooms without Secret” on March 27, 2024— drawing attention to…
Abdulmalik Abdulwahab reports The Entrepreneurship Club, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has convened its first Congress for the 2023/2024 Academic Session. Held on Saturday, May 4, at the University Entrepreneurship Center, the congress drew a diverse crowd including Stakeholders, Executives, existing members, and potential members from different departments. In her opening remark, Maryam Yusuf Makeri, the…
Shamsudeen Abubakar Reports Gwandu Local Government Students Association, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto Chapter, is set to organise an orientation program for 100-Level students. According to the flier, the program is scheduled to take place on Sunday, May 5th, 2024, starting from 10:00 am at the Convocation Theatre. Speaking with Abdulrahman Umar, the protocol director, the…
Shamsudeen Abubakar Report The Nigerian Universities Education Students Association, Faculty of Education and Extension Services at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, is set to hold tutorial classes for 100 Level students of the faculty. Spanning two days, the tutorial will take place on Saturday, 4th May and Sunday, from 2:00 PM to 4:00PM According to…
Shamsudeen Abubakar reports The Nigerian Universities Engineering Student Association (NUESA), Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto Chapter has invited the general public to the inter-level football competition. According to the flyer, the football match is scheduled for Friday, 3rd May at the school stadium, with 400 level facing against 500 level, kicking off at 4:30 pm. In…
By Mutolib Jubril In the bustling markets of Nigeria, the sight of vibrant fruits can be enchanting, but behind this facade lies a growing concern— the rampant use of artificial ripening agents. This prevalent use of chemicals like calcium carbide has surged significantly due to market demands and profit motives. Fruit vendors often rely on…
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…
