By: Abdulrazaq Kamaldeen Nigeria has become a haven for kidnappers, with security deteriorating from its strongholds. In a country where law enforcement struggles to ensure safety, life has become precarious. Tragically, killings are now a source of amusement, and kidnapping has evolved into a lucrative ransom-driven crime. Nigeria is now a country of “live here…
Isiaq Ibrahim reports The Students’ Unions Electoral Committee (ELCOM) of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto has released guidelines for the conduct of the Students’ Union Elections for the 2022/2023 academic session. This was contained in a circular released on Monday, 22nd May, 2023 and signed by the Elcom Chairman, Bashir Muhammad Achida. According to the…
Habeeb Olokooba reports Mallam Ahmad Issah Chafe, the Director of Management of Information System(MIS) at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto said that no student should proceed with the payment of school school fee as the tuition fees schedule is likely to be revised. He made this known while speaking with the News Digest Press on…
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,…
Raheem Anifa reports, One of the lecturers of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Dr A.A Yunusa from the Faculty of Education, Curriculum Department, has advised students to prioritise on being a scientist irrespective of their discipline. This was disclosed on Saturday, 7th September, 2024, during EDU 303 lecture, held at the ETF 3 Lecture Hall. In…
By Olayiwola Ridwan Aminu meets Salamatu again on her way back to the hostel after lectures. Aminu: Assalamu ‘Alaykum, Hajia Salamatu (says Aminu in his loud voice) Salamatu : Looks around for the caller. Aminu: (Quickly appears before her) It is me, Aminu Bala Tanimu. Hope you can still remember me. …
By Abdulrasaq kamaldeen It has been the custom of Nigerians to vote for a candidate into political office based on the person’s personality, achievement and fame. But the 2023 presidential election is one that has taken another dimension in the system. On Saturday, 25th February 2023, Nigerians flung out massively and voted for their respective…
By Safwan Abubakar Nigeria stands out as a powerhouse of passion and expectation. The Super Eagles, embodying the nation’s rich football legacy, have consistently portrayed exceptional talent, captivating fans globally with their dynamic style and storied history. Their iconic green jerseys have become synonymous with African football excellence. However, alongside their successes —such as clinching…
Abdulmalik Abdulwahab reports The Entrepreneurship Club, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has convened its first Congress for the 2023/2024 Academic Session. Held on Saturday, May 4, at the University Entrepreneurship Center, the congress drew a diverse crowd including Stakeholders, Executives, existing members, and potential members from different departments. In her opening remark, Maryam Yusuf Makeri, the…
By Ashiat Meikudi Our nation is greeted with daily vices and trepidation, where cats have stopped meowing, horses no longer neigh and in fact mooing becomes difficult for cows. Sheeps find it hard to bleat, bulls see bellowing as herculean, ducks quack no more, donkeys have long abandoned braying, geese have forgotten how to…
