The News Digest Press has again proven its dominance over any other press outfit on Danfodiyo varsity after winning the press outfit of the year award for fourth time in five academic sessions. In a resounding celebration of journalistic excellence, the News Digest press at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has been officially crowned as the…
By Shehu Uthman A report by the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) revealed that Nigeria’s livestock sector plays a vital role in the economy, contributing about 17% of the agricultural GDP and 5% to the national GDP. However, cattle rearing—being a segment of the broader livestock farming industry—faces numerous challenges that threaten the stability of…
Shehu Uthman It’ll not be fair to the Nollywood industries to blame them for not embracing multifarious story telling. In fact, every industry or business seeks to major on what makes them thrive more—same applicable to the Nollywood industries—they seek not to embrace multifarious ideas probably because they feel like the audience like seeing the…
By Fathiu Jimoh As Abdulqodir Yusuf, a 300-level student at Benji hostel, grappled with the unbearable darkness of his hostel, solar power emerged as an unlikely saviour, rescuing him from the persistent blackout. Abdulqodir, who has experienced first-hand struggles, stress and oppressive conditions living at Benji hostel, stated that the persistent blackout has become a…
Abdulganiyu Azeez reports The Liberty & Co. Law Firm at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto has outshined eleven other teams at the Caliphate Law Clinic Client Interviews and Counseling Skills Competition. Held at the law faculty moot court on the 11th of May, each team consisted of two participants, making for an intense and competitive environment….
By Lamid Azeez On May 29, the newly elected President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in his inaugural speech, declared unequivocally that fuel subsidy is gone. According to him, the rationale behind the decision was the rising cost of fuel subsidy of over $800 million a month on the Nigerian…
By Rahman Layo Family relationships are crucial for a fulfilling life, yet the future remains unpredictable. It’s essential to plan to navigate potential challenges effectively. The concept of family relationships varies widely, especially among younger generations. For many, it signifies a deep connection between two individuals of opposite genders who share emotions and aspire to…
By Muhammed Akindele Under the unforgiving gaze of the afternoon sun, Danfodiyo University witnesses a unique hustle that unfolds daily. Musa Dahiru,10, from Gidan Fati—a village nestled within the university grounds, embodies the spirit of determination as he navigates his way through a bustling campus, undertaking various chores for students in exchange for money. Musa’s…
By Abdullah Yusuf Nigeria, a country otherwise known as the Giant of Africa having mental health issues is quite saddening but not surprising. The rate of it has slowly but steadily grown over the decade and should be approached sensitively to avoid the spread of it wider than it already is. With a view to…
By Muheeb Mashood Campus journalists at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, have participated in the Dubawa Week, sponsored by the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID). Running from Monday, October 23 to Friday 27, the program brings together participants from various states across Nigeria to participate in intensive training from journalism experts before engaging…
