By Amanatullah Yusuf Habiba’s weekly allowance has been her lifeline since she secured admission into Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto. This modest stipend has allowed her to purchase essential feminine products. However, the relentless rise in prices has rendered her allowance insufficient—leaving her struggling to meet her basic needs. “As a lady, beautifying ourselves has been…
By Lamid Azeez Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto is an institution with little eye on social life and brunt weather but it primed and nurtured students in character and knowledge. The level of happiness for being admitted into the university lay beyond what mouth can spew. It is a feeling of ecstasy and excitement. Luckily, I…
Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen reports The National Association of Campus Journalists (NACJ), Usmanu Danfodiyo University, has held its first Campus Journalists Congress for the 2023/2024 Academic Session. Held at the A134 lecture hall and commencing at 11:00 pm, the congress had in attendance the presence of campus Journalists representing different press boards operating within Danfodiyo varsity, including…
By: Aisha Sulaiman On Wednesday, July 17th, 2024, the National Association of Campus Journalists at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, hosted a compelling virtual webinar on Google Meet. Themed “Gender Inclusion: Why Female Voices Matter in Journalism,” emphasized the critical role of women in the journalism field and drew participants from various press boards. The facilitator,…
By Abdulmalik Abdulwahab The “first Jihad in Yoruba Land” refers to the Fulani Jihad led by Sheikh Salih bin Janta in the 18th century. This historical event marked a significant period of upheaval and transformation in the region. The Jihad aimed to spread Islam and establish Fulani dominance over the Hausa kingdoms, including those in…
Abdulganiyu Azeez reports The Center for Islamic Propagation and Comparative Religious Education,Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, Chapter has commenced its training at the University central Mosque. According to the flyer, the training will be held every Friday from 4pm to 6pm while 9am to 1pm is scheduled for Sunday training. “Interested students are advised to quickly…
Habibu Temako reports The students’ representative for Abdulkabir Aliu Foundation(AAF) scholarship, Olayiwola Ridwan Adentuji, has said that students who are yet to receive an invitation for the computer-based test of the scholarship should not worry. According to a statement released by the students’ representative and obtained by the News Digest Press on Friday, 29th March…
THE RICH ARE THE POOR By: Adegbite Taoheed It is neither about the number of houses nor the couples of cars you use in this life that score or earn your personality the certificate of a well lived life, rather, the number of people you change their lives for good. It becomes a gigantic concern…
By Muheeb Mashood The defending champions of Saudi Arabia Pro League, Al-Ittihad, has been pushing hard on signing Egyptian international Mohammed Salah, with the latest attempt coming on Monday, 4th September. The league has gained global attention after the five-time Ballon D’ Or winner, Christiano Ronaldo, switched to Al-Ahli. Then, super stars, including Sadio Mane…
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…
