By Ibrahim Adeyemi A car with the number plate of SAA224AA hit a tree at the mini market of smanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto as the driver of the car suddenly lost control while driving. The unnamed driver was said to have been subconscious while driving such that it found its way to the main entrance…
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…
Isiaq Ibrahim reports The management of Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUS) set to open the hostel application portal for the 2023/2024 academic session. This was contained in an internal memo released and signed by the Deputy Dean, main campus, Dr. Tukur M. Mukhtar. According to the memorandum, applications will be accepted from 16th December to…
By Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen Over the past month, Malaria has rapidly spread throughout the campus of Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUS), affecting a significant number of students. It’s become a widespread issue, impacting a large percentage of the student population and, in turn, their academic progress. Malaria is a life-threatening disease transmitted through the bite of…
Abdulganiyu Azeez reports The Mathematical Association of Nigeria, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto is set to conduct a comprehensive 5-day workshop for its final year students. The workshop, according to the flier, is scheduled to run from Monday, October 16th to Friday, October 20th, taking place at the department of mathematics lab, from 10:00 AM to…
By Mutalib Jibril Brown envelope journalism is an unethical practice where journalists accept bribes or financial incentives, often concealed in envelopes to publish favorable stories or manipulate the news in favor of specific individuals, organizations, or businesses. The term “brown envelope” is used to represent the secretive nature of these bribes, as the money is…
Akaje Maimunat and Uasir Aladodo report The English and Literary Studies Students Association, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto Chapter has on Wednesday, 15th November, 2023 launched the first edition magazine of the department. The launching, which took place at the University auditorium main campus, has the presence of personalities like the university Vice Chancellor, the Dean…
By Asiat Meikudi Sadia, who prefers to use a pseudonym to protect her real identity, is an indigene of Kwara State_ a dominated Yoruba speaking state in Nigeria. She sees and believes in education as a source of exploration and experience. That was the reason she convicted herself and shrugged all advice given to her,…
By: Amanatullah Yusuf From the last abuse till the next harassment was just a series of unwanted remarks/advances and invasion of personal space from older persons and younger ones alike. The major harassment that happened next was in my senior secondary school years. It was night and everyone was in the dining hall for dinner….
By Olayiwola Ridwan Aminu meets Salamatu along the walkway. Aminu: Assalamu ‘Alaykum, Hajia. Salamatu: Wa’alaykumus Salaam. Aminu: My names are Aminu Bala Tanimu. Salamatu: Pardon? Aminu: I mean, I’m Aminu Bala Tanimu by name. Would you mind telling me your name too? Salamatu: Oh! My name is Salamatu Jimba. Aminu: Nice meeting. Salamatu: I reserve…
