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When Dreams Become Trapped: the Campus Hustle Draining Nigerian Students of Hope, Time, Tuition

By Yisau Babatunde At 22, Zakariya, not his real name, believed his life was finally changing. In a crowded hostel minimart inside Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUS), his struggle for survival met what sounded like an answer to prayer. For a full year, he endured scorching heat, sleepless nights, hunger, humiliation and relentless pressure, all…

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‘ I Sold Puff-puff for Survival,’ UDUS First Class Graduate Shares Survival Story

By Hussain Wahab   Moshood Muraina, a recent graduate from Usmanu Danfodiyo University and an indigene of Saki, Oyo, has been confirmed as the best and only first-class graduate in the Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Chemical and Life Science for the 2020/2021 academic session. Moshood, 28, who bagged the feat with Cumulative Grade Point…

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Ethnic Diversity in Football By: Abdulmalik Abdulwahab In a world where diversity is celebrated on the global stage, football stands as a small portion of societal enjoyment, reflecting its victories and failures. Meanwhile, the beautiful game uniforms nations and cultures, and bearing the scars of discrimination and inequality. Delving into the heart of football’s ethnic ocean, exploring the challenges faced by players of minority backgrounds and the advancement being made to promote cyclopedic. Behind the glitz and glamour of the pitch lies a stark reality, ethnic diversity in football remains a contentious issue. It was revealed that there are higher differences with players from minority backgrounds often underrepresented in top-tier leagues and national teams. Despite the progress in recent years, tales of racism and discrimination continue to sabotage the sport, reminding us of the long road ahead. But amidst the shadows, illumination emerges. Across the globe, grassroots initiatives and community programs are empowering young talent across different backgrounds, providing a pathway to success where once there was none. From inner-city pitches to rural fields, football is breaking down barriers and fostering a new generation of stars who are against popularities and challenge the existing state of affairs. In the honored palace of football’s governing bodies, transforming is dynamic. Anti-racism campaigns and diversity initiatives are gaining encouragement, with stakeholders pledging to pound out discrimination at all levels of the game. Calls for greater representation in leadership positions are reflected through the boardrooms, signaling a shift towards a more covering future. Meanwhile, obstruction continues. Firm prejudices and cultural tendencies threaten to deviate progress, expelling a trace over football’s promise of unity. Examining this complex game, one truth remains unquestionable, that the fight for ethnic diversity in football is far from over. In essence, the journey towards inclusivity in football is flowing with obstacles, but it is a journey worth embracing. By championing diversity and standing against discrimination will not only enrich the sport we love but also uphold the values of equality and respect that lie at its essentiality. Kick off the new chapter in the footballing arena and hug the diversity that makes the game truly beautiful

By: Abdulmalik Abdulwahab      In a world where diversity is celebrated on the global stage, football stands as a small portion of societal enjoyment, reflecting its victories and failures. Meanwhile, the beautiful game uniforms nations and cultures, and bearing the scars of discrimination and inequality. Delving into the heart of football’s ethnic ocean, exploring…

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Extra: Sokoto Varsity Student, Abdullahi, Aminu Breaks ‘Jinx’, Set First Class Record in UDUS’ Geology Dept. Taoheed Adegbite reports…  An Abdullahi, Aminu Alameen has become the first graduate  to get First Class honour degree in Geology at the Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS).  The twenty-three years old from Aleiro local government of Kebbi state graduated…

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THE NEED FOR A MASS COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT IN UDUS

The department of mass communication helps to prepare students for positions in the mass media industry, governmental agencies and other organizations where journalistic communication skills are crucial. This department helps to provide students with skills in areas such as journalism, broadcasting, films, publishing, advertising and public relations and more. The aforementioned benefits of having a…

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NCICSC : DANFODIYO VARSITY EMERGES SECOND AS NASARAWA STATE UNIVERSITY PROCEEDS TO DUBLIN Olokooba Abdulwasiu reports The representatives of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto have emerged the first runner-up while Nasarawa State University was crowned the overall winner at the just concluded 14th edition of the annual National Client Interview and Counselling Skills Competition 2019.  A…

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