Hussain Wahab Reports The students of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto have lamented the poor telecommunication service in the main campus. According to the students, the network connection of MTN, 9mobile, AIRTEL and Glo have been operating poorly in the last few weeks. Speaking with THE NEWS DIGEST PRESS, Muhammad Adeyemi, a class representative of…
By Mutalib Jibril A mineral substance composed mainly of sodium chloride(Nacl), salt is an essential part of the human diet. It is one of the most widely used food seasonings. But the excessive consumption of salt is inimical to health. The World Health Organisation(WHO) recommends that the average person consume no more than five grams,…
When the law is perverted, citizens’ free will would be snatched away from them. Nigeria has been simmering under out-of-thought decisions and laws made by sets of uninformed lawmakers. As if the legislations like the Social Media Law and Water Resources Bill are not enough, a bill to prevent Nigerian doctors from seeking better life…
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 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…
Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen reports The management of Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUS), has on Monday, 30th October, opened an application for the university hall of residency governorship position on main campus. According to the circular titled “Call for Hall Governorship Application” and signed by Dr. Tukur M. Mukhtar, Deputy dean of Students affairs, the application for…
By Abdullateef Abdullahi Ah, the classic tale of hostel bed space wars! Picture this: a battleground where legal and illegal occupants clash over who reigns supreme in the realm of room ownership. It’s a comedy of errors when an illegal squatter confidently wrestles for bed space with a legal resident. Why does this academic tango…
BY HUSSAIN WAHAB Following the NEWS DIGEST’s article written on July 7, 2021 titled “Why We Need Water Factory and Bakery in UDUS”, the Caretaker Committee of Usmanu Danfodiyo University has started producing pure water and said bakery is under processing. READ ALSO: Why We Need Water Factory and Bakery in UDUS In the article,…
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…
By Olayiwola Ridwan Let me recount my past and present experiences as illustrative guides. There was a woman called Mummy Ahmad in my residence back then in Ede, Osun State. She was/is a provisions seller whose shop is just a stone throw to where I lived. It is a student area, as the residence is…
