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Students Struggle: Charcoal Takes Centre Stage as Kerosene Prices Skyrocket

By Sulaiman Aisha Image shows how charcoal has taken a centre stage on UDUS campus In the bustling campus life of Danfodiyo University, the struggle of punctuality is intertwined with the challenge of preparing a morning meal. Abubakar Fatima, a 200-level Microbiology student, has become synonymous with habitual late arrivals to her 8:a.m lectures. However,…

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Purgatory of Depression

By: Amidat Ahmad A complex and multifaceted mental health condition, depression casts a shadow that extends far beyond mere sadness. It seeps into every aspect of life, altering perceptions, draining vitality, and clouding even the simplest of joys. The torments that accompany depression are not easily subdued; they present challenges that can seem insurmountable, yet…

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Feminism: Gender War or What?

By: Muhammed Akindele As far back as the 19th century, there has been a custom feud between the feminists and the Anti-feminists. This debate has degenerated into a lot of dissension for many decades. For better assimilation, feminism precludes the advocacy for women’s rights on the basis of equality of sex. Anti-feminism on the other…

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UDUS Entrepreneurship Club Calls for Award Nomination Form

Abdulganiyu Azeez reports The Entrepreneurship Club, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS) has officially released the nomination form for its prestigious Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), award, and dinner night for the year 2022/2023 academic session. The GEW event is designed to honor and celebrate the remarkable achievements and invaluable contributions of entrepreneurs who have left an…

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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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Amidst challenges, constituency-sponsored projects improved access to Girl-child education in Kebbi school

By Hussain Wahab  It is a scorching July afternoon, around 2 p.m., at Government Girls Science Comprehensive Secondary School in Argungu, Kebbi State. The school’s teachers and students are fully engrossed in their daily activities. Among them is Happiness Olamide, a 14-year-old student in Senior Secondary 1C. She is comfortably seated alongside her fellow students…

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IMPACT STORY: UDUS Management Fixes Block C Bathroom Doors After News Digest Publication 

By Abdullateef Abdullahi Four weeks after The News Digest Press publication, noting the lack of doors in the Block C hostel bathrooms at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, significant improvements have been observed. Recalling, The News Digest Press published an editorial titled “Of the 24/7 Hostel Bathrooms without Secret” on March 27, 2024— drawing attention to…

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