Aisha Sulaiman reports The Linguistics Students Association, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto has on 13 and 14, November, embarked on a departmental excursion. The two-day excursion unfolded in the rustic setting of Sokoto village—offering a blend of practical linguistic experiences and cultural immersion. Venturing into Sokoto’s cultural heritage, the journey begins with a visit to the…
By: Ahmad Amidat Hans Selye once argued that to reduce the negative effects of everyday stressors, we need to do good for others. No religion has ever discriminated against kindness or hinder acts of kindness, it is intrinsic in both the rich and the indigent. Exhibiting kindness toward living and non living things is the…
By: Muheeb Mashood One fact I hate about myself is that I often find myself in situations where oppression is being aided by the victims, because we fail to resist torments as we easily succumb to mopes. Too often, our grievances culminate in mere shouting. As the new academic session approaches, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto,…
By Amanatullah Ismail Rape has become a persistent plague disrupting the peace and emotional stability of some Nigerians. But before divulging the details of this abomination, let’s look at the meaning of rape. Rape is an unlawful sexual activity, often involving sexual intercourse, against the will of the victim through force or with a young…
By Muheeb Mashood The Faculty of Social Sciences (FOSSA) has eliminated the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences (FOPS) after claiming a 4-2 victory in a penalty shoot-out in the ongoing Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto’s inter-faculty football competition at the School Stadium on Friday. The both sides were held to a 1-1 draw in the match before…
Muhammad Akindele reports Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has received a substantial grant of N100 million dedicated to the enhancement of its laboratory facilities. This announcement—made via the University official handle on October 20, 2023, signifies a significant stride towards fostering closer ties between academia and the industrial sector. The grant, originating from the National Office…
By Habibullah Temako The excitement of securing admission to Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, was a dream come true for 100-Level Biochemistry student, Lawal Muhammad Sagir, But this excitement has been swiftly tempered by campus reality upon arrival, where he found himself sharing space with unauthorized occupants at his residents in Jubril Aminu hostel. Sagir’s encounter…
INSECURITY : MANAGEMENT INSTALLS ‘STREETLIGHTS’ AT HOSTEL ENVIRONS Olokooba Abdulwasiu reports The management of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto has begun the installation of more streetlights at students’ hall of residence and its environs as a way of improving strategies against persistent insecurities on UDUS campus. Speaking with our correspondent, Umar Abukakar explained what he believed…
By Muneer Yaqub Today, I am excited. For the voice of my pen that rumbled a few days ago, seems to have been heard. The outcry of our underdogs has been harkened to, eventually. The people spoke, my pen stroke; barriers broke. Who then says the pen is not mightier than a thousand…
By Ismail Amanatullah In the northern part of Nigeria, it’s not uncommon to witness children as young as 13 years old queuing up at different polling units with voter cards claiming they’re 20 or above. You might wonder why they’re there. The answer is quite simple. I’ve come across children who confessed that their political…
