By Habeeb Olokooba I think it’s time for us to make clear the fine distinction between the popular public relations, which currently pervades our journalism, and the true journalism we initially promised to hold. Perhaps there is a fundamental need to school ourselves on what journalism is and what it is not – and ought…
Abdulganiyu Azeez reports A 300-level student of Primary Education, Faculty of Education and Extension Services (FEES), Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS), Isiaq Ibrahim has bagged The News Digest male category of campus Journalist for the year 2022/2023 academic session. This announcement was made during the Digest Festival, held on Sunday, 5th November, at UDUS Multi-purpose…
By Shereefdeen Ahmad A video clip showing the candidate of the People Democratic Party(PDP) in Kogi State governorship election, Dino Melaye has surfaced on Facebook with the claim that the former senator fainted following the announcement of the election result on Monday, 13th November. The video, with a logo of Channels TV, showed Dino Melaye…
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 Raheem Anifa Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has been crowned champions of the French league, after AS Monaco suffered a 3-2 defeat to Lyon on Sunday. Recall that the Parisians struggled to secure a 3-3 draw as Le Havre pegged the French giant during a title deciding match at Parc Des Princes stadium on Saturday. However,…
By Abdlmalik Abdulwahab In 2020, amidst the whirlwind of responsibilities and commitments, an email landed in Salman Yahaya Maiyama’s inbox, bearing news of his convocation from Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Born and raised in Sokoto, hailing from Maiyama in Kebbi state, Salman’s journey to academic success was marked by determination and resilience. Salman’s academic odyssey…
By Adegbite Taoheed Tossing out my toes has widen and deepen my experience on who and who are the beggars in Nigeria. Not to ridicule any, after all , they are part of the societal existence. If not clear, read “Beggars strike “. Of course, a developed society has not who to thank, but their…
By: Muneer Yaqub Moved, so seconded; the motion of action. Charged, the “Orubebes” of the House quickly went to work. They flew into a rage. Things fell apart, apologies to Achebe. Chants of “Greatest Nigerian students!” rented the air, with ardor. Aluta Sabotage, so it seemed. But, fortunately, there was…
Abdulganiyu Azeez reports The department of public administration, Faculty of Management Science at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto has appointed M.M Lawal as new examination officer. This was contained in a letter dated 22nd September 2023 and signed by the Head of the department, Dr. Nura Abubakar Allumi. According to the letter, M.M Lawal has been…
Gbemisola Alqasim reports The Mathematical Association of Nigeria (MAN), Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS) Chapter, in collaboration with the department of mathematics is set to hold the first Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara Universities Mathematics Championship (SUMAC-1). According to the flyer released, the event is scheduled to hold for two days: the first round will be…
