By: Muhammed Akindele The recurring ASUU strikes in our country have been a long-standing issue, with the union established in 1978 but frequently going on strike due to unfulfilled government agreements. However, it’s important to note that not only students but also lecturers are victims of these strikes. Lecturers, who rely on their teaching income,…
By Isiaq Ibrahim In the realm of academic excellence, there exists a narrative that transcends the ordinary, a story of Garba Ahmad, a distinguished graduate of Sociology from Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, whose remarkable journey to a 4.59 Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) over four years stands as a testament to the power of ambition…
Aladodo Yasir On a very night when the birds have gone to rest and silence took over the atmosphere, Omotola Bankola, with rue, had her heart ladened while recounting an indescribable awful experience she had. In her rumination, Omotola could not account for the condition she has been put into. Omotola has been put in…
Akaje Maimunat reports The Faculty of Education and Extension Services at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has urged members of the faculty to attend the convocation, following Professor Lawal Suleiman Bilblis’ invitation of the staff and students to the 2024 joint convocation lecture on Thursday, 18th April, 2024 at the university auditorium, main campus. This was…
By Rasheedat Abidiesin On a fateful Wednesday afternoon in July 2025, the droplets of water are still descending on the earth. Zainu Abiden’s patience was pushed to the brink after a heavy downpour saw him and his other colleagues sheltered in one of the classes at the Faculty of Engineering and Environmental Science (FEES), in…
By Abdulrasaq kamaldeen Students of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, living in Benji hostel have spent over four months_and still counting_ without a trace of electricity supply and water, The News Digest Press can report. Benji, a private hostel located in the heart of the university, has over 400 rooms with over 1000 students. One of…
By Habeeb Olokooba Yesternight, September 3, 2023, was the 16th Headies Award which took place in Atlanta Georgia for the second time ever since its launch in 2006. The Headies has played a pertinent part in appreciating the efforts of the artistes in the Nigerian music industry through its award which has now become the…
Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen reports The Faculty of Education and Extension Services (FEES), Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has directed the concerned students of the faculty who have not yet completed their projects to liaise with their supervisors for the submission. According to the memo released and signed by Prof. H. S. Abubakar, Head of Department, Educational Foundations,…
By Rofiat Abdulkadir As often echoed in our community, particularly by today’s teenagers, the sentiment persists that “school is a scam.” However, my response to this common saying is a resounding “No.” I can provide numerous reasons to support this perspective. Let me briefly highlight a few of them: First and foremost, school serves…
By Safiya Shaibu Determination plays a prominent role in shaping the academic performance of students. It is an integral path to adhere to in triumphing academically. Determination is one of the crucial factors that boost students’ performance. Most students lack enthusiasm toward education and this usually flaws their inquisition in pursuing forward. Students perform greatly…
