DEATH AND HUMAN OPTIMISM By: Tijani Abdullahi Many people have been living, struggling despite the fact that they had known before hand, that there is inevitability in death. But then, is it not surprising that people live as if they will not leave the world again? There are so many things…
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…
Isiaq Ibrahim reports The Students’ Union Electoral Committee(ELCOM) of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto has released the names of eligible contestants ahead of the SU elections on Thursday, 8th June 2023. This was contained in a circular released on Monday, 5th June and signed by the Chairman of Elcom, Bashir Muhammad Achida. The candidates are…
By Muheeb Mashood Under the outshine of the sun at Tasha Aliu market, one of the motor parks situated in Sokoto, North West Nigeria, four students of Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto were parading the marketers’ stores campaigning and conversing exclusively with them about their basic rights to them. “Protecting Civic Space” is a program organized…
By Safwan Abubakar Nigeria stands out as a powerhouse of passion and expectation. The Super Eagles, embodying the nation’s rich football legacy, have consistently portrayed exceptional talent, captivating fans globally with their dynamic style and storied history. Their iconic green jerseys have become synonymous with African football excellence. However, alongside their successes —such as clinching…
By Aisha Sulaiman When we are talking about the role played by Nollywood in this century, we can’t be diverse from cultural enrichment. Nollywood often showcases diverse cultural practices and promotes national identity by exposing cultural attires and fabrics like Ankara, Adire, and Aso-Oke in their movies. It serves as a platform for cultural transmission…
Abubakar Babatetengi reports Shittu Halimat and Abdulsalam Aminat The Biological Science Students’ Association, at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has revived its once-lost tradition, honoring three exceptional students with well-deserved merit awards. The handing over event, organized by the outgoing executives, took place on Wednesday, December 13th at the General Biology Laboratory (GBL). The occasion…
By Habeeb Olokooba It was a breezy June morning. The previous day’s downpour refreshed the air. Abdulwasiu Dada, a bike man in his late forties, pedaled through the refreshing breeze as his sole source of income, reliant on his trusty Bajaj bike. Once a small-scale farmer, Dada reminisced about his past life. He recalled the…
By Muheeb Mashood The campus Journalists at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, have exchanged traditional lecture hours for a transformative four-day intensive training program offered by the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development. The program, held in the boardroom of the Faculty of Social Sciences from October 16 to 19, 2023, brought together over 50 beneficiaries…
By: Amidat Ahmad A complex and multifaceted mental health condition, depression casts a shadow that extends far beyond mere sadness. It seeps into every aspect of life, altering perceptions, draining vitality, and clouding even the simplest of joys. The torments that accompany depression are not easily subdued; they present challenges that can seem insurmountable, yet…
