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Destiny’s Crossroads: The Compelling Saga of Yaro Boys’ Convocation Dreams

By Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen and Muhammad Akindele Amidst a jubilant atmosphere suffused with blessings, Nasiru Issa, a 14-year-old native of Sokoto state, awoke with a beaming smile upon learning of the convocation at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. The anticipated event promises to be a milestone in his young life–marking a momentous occasion he has yet to…

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FEATURE: University Closures, Delays Hit Nigerian Students Amid Protest

By Muhammed Akindele As protests swept across Nigeria, the academic lives of students in universities nationwide faced severe disruptions. Schools nearing resumption have had to delay their opening dates, while others have suspended ongoing academic calendars entirely—all to protect the safety of students and staff during these turbulent times. Universities such as BUK have suspended…

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Danfodiyo Varsity Schedules Date for Swearing in Ceremony for Veterinary Doctors 

Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen reports  The management of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto under the stewardship of Professor L.S Bilbis, has scheduled Tuesday, 23rd April for the 29th swearing in ceremony of the 2022/2023 academic session for veterinary doctors. Scheduled to take place by 10:00 am at the University Auditorium, the event will be chaired by Prof. R.A…

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Writer’s Diary: How GB-Whatsapp Made Me Lose Journalism Training Opportunity

By Bashirat Durojaye A four-day journalism training program was planned by the Center for Journalism Innovation Development (CJID) for mass communication students and campus journalists at Usmanu Danfodiyo University in Sokoto. As part of the registration procedures, prospective applicants were required to prepare and submit a 100-word piece on the subject of “The importance of…

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