By Raji Toheeb Semantic extension is a common habit to most students at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, in attaching additional meaning to the meaning of words or phrases. Secondary meanings have been given to words and phrases, they have slangs commonly used by them and special words that convey their intended meanings in communication. Some…
By Maryam Abdullahi My feelings are troubled, for every time I recall my fate is still undecided, I feel like a dry leaf about to fall off the tree, more worrisome is Nda’s silence over my case, Although, to a point, it has only done good to have helped cook my mind, all ready to…
By Raheem Anifa In a society where women are often discouraged from pursuing careers in male-dominated fields, Muhammad Habibat Sani, a 500-Level Law student at Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, has faced intense ridicule and backlash for her bold decision to become a journalist. Habibat’s passion for journalism is driven by her conviction that the profession…
By Habeeb Olokooba Dear Danfodites, “May your road be smooth.” Apologies for sending my wishes late. This prayer should have been made earlier. Yet all things being said, this is my heartfelt message on the exams coming in the coming weeks. Remember exam is like telling all that we shall one day have to tell….
Aisha Sulaiman reports The English and Literary Studies Students’ Association (ELSSA) at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, is set to organize tutorial classes for its members. Scheduled to commence on April 29th, 2024, the tutorial will span a two-week period, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, at the main campus of UDUS. The initiative, led by…
HOW I INTEND TO SERVE “DANFODITES”_James Gana Sule aka G. Sule My name is James Gana Sule aka G. Sule. I am a 300 level student from the Faculty of Science, Department of Biological sciences, Zoology unit to be precised. It is my belief that the best way to serve the society or community is…
By Yisau Babatunde Despite an increment in accommodation fees from N15,090 to N24,000 students living in hostels under the management of Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUS), say their living conditions remains poor, unsafe, and largely unchanged. Digest Press findings across multiple halls of residence have exposed persistent water scarcity, undrinkable water, poor sanitation, broken facilities,…
By Taofeek Bolaji For anybody who is conversant with how resumptions have always been in Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, will argue not the fact that late resumption has become an embraced tradition by the students of the university. Students resume very late after holidays for the commencement of every session or semester. Customarily, every stretch…
By Abdullateef Abdullahi Nigeria is a bestowed country. In fact, more than many others in terms of natural resources. In this situation, there should be an arise opportunity for both the rich and the poor to have equal chance to free education. Unfortunately, our…
By: Mutalib Jibril The belief that turning off data grants its longevity has been a prevailing notion among many in the contemporary world. While belief can be a good thing, it can be dangerous too, mounting research as another pedestal is mighty. Though I’ve for once held on to this erroneous belief, I unveiled the…
