St VALENTINE’S DAY: THE CAUSE OF LOVE CELEBRATIONBy YUNUS, ABDULWAKEEL O. The approaching and celebration of St. Valentine’s day on 14th February of every year always widespread on the earth and overwhelms the living souls immediately the almanac reads 15th January of the year. Enthusiastically, everyone wishes, and thinks about what to present to someone…
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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,…
Celebrating the Unsung Heroes: Teachers on Their Special Day
By Abubakar Shamsudeen As we commemorate Teachers’ Day, it is essential to acknowledge the invaluable contributions of educators in shaping the minds and futures of countless individuals. Teachers play a pivotal role in society, nurturing young minds, and inspiring them to reach their full potential. This article aims to celebrate the dedication, passion, and unwavering…
Academic and Extracurricular Activities In Higher Institutions
By Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen Since forever, children from a very young age have been told that “education is key.” Key to what exactly is one nut that is hard to crack because many educated people don’t own a key, both literally and figuratively. The question that now arises is if education alone is the key or…
How Lack of Grazing Discourage Cattle Farming in Nigeria
By Shehu Uthman A report by the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) revealed that Nigeria’s livestock sector plays a vital role in the economy, contributing about 17% of the agricultural GDP and 5% to the national GDP. However, cattle rearing—being a segment of the broader livestock farming industry—faces numerous challenges that threaten the stability of…
FOSSU- UDUS Set to Hold Spelling Bee Competition
Akaje Maimunat reports The Federation of Oyo State Students Union (FOSSU), Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto Chapter has set to hold a grand spelling bee contest for interested state associations on Danfodiyo campus. The first round of the event, according to a flier released by the association, will take place on Sunday, 25th June at the…
Termite Prevention Tips For Your Home
By Mutalib Jibril Termites belong to a category of eusocial insects that primarily feed on decomposing plant matter, including wood, paper and soil organic matter. Their distinctive features include bead-like antennae. They exhibit a eusocial social structure, organized into castes including workers, soldiers, and reproductive individuals, which is a notable feature not found in all…
NAKLAS Holds Orientation for Freshers
Abdulganiyu Azeez reports The National Association of Kwara State Law Students,Usman Danfodio University,Sokoto chapter, held its orientation for freshers on Friday, 1st June. The orientation which was held at LC6 of the faculty of law, kicked off at 2:30 pm and was anchored by Olanrewaju Umar Faruq Dr K.G Muhammad, the Grand patron of NAKLAS…
An Epistle to Jambitos
By Habeeb Olokooba Dear friends, I know it’s been a tough task. Passing through the gory adventures of both tension and sleepless nights. From passing the JAMB examination to the thousands of times you were checking your caps down to the elated and unforgettable moment you were finally given admission. What about how you traveled…
Nigeria’s Future Depends on Its Youth
By: Abubakar Shamsudeen As Nigeria grapples with the challenges of development, it’s easy to overlook the most critical factor in its future success: its young people. With over 60% of the population under the age of 25, Nigeria’s youth are not just the future – they’re the present. However, this demographic dividend is often seen…