By Muheeb Mashood Campus journalists at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, have participated in the Dubawa Week, sponsored by the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID). Running from Monday, October 23 to Friday 27, the program brings together participants from various states across Nigeria to participate in intensive training from journalism experts before engaging…
The leading press outlet at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, The News Digest Press is receiving entries for its 2023 writing contest. Topic: The Antidote of 21st Century: Skill or Degree? Eligibility: Participants must be a student from any higher institution in Northwestern Nigeria Modalities: Entry must be a minimum of 700 words and 1,200 words…
By Shamsudeen Abubakar The Brutalist and the Conclave has emerged as the 2025 winner at the BAFTAs Film awards to celebrate the very best of the past year’s film releases among the British and international talents. The 78th BAFTA Film Awards ceremony which took place Sunday 16th, 2025, at the Royal Festival Hall at London…
Abdullateef Abdullahi reports The management of Usmanu Danfodiyo University,Sokoto has on Thursday, February 9, warned students over the break through of the school hostel fence. The fence close to Kwankwasiya female hall of residence is said to have been broken through by some unknown students who pass through it to read…
Muhammed Akindele reports The Kano and Jigawa Law Students’ Association, (KAJILSA) has emerged winner at the Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS) Law Students Society (LSS) Judiciary Inter-state competition for the 2023/2024 academic session. This came after their tremendous performance at the competition which made them knocked Niger State Law Students’ Association (NASLSA) in the final…
Before addressing the issue of hostel generator, we, the students, believe that despite some issues remaining unaddressed by the current Students Union Caretaker Committee, notable progress has been made in various areas across school hostels. Whether it’s the installation of new water tanks or the renovation of the hostel reservoir, the current administration of…
By Habeeb Olokooba Claim: An X user claimed that palm tree leaves can reverse liver damage in just three months, by using two tablespoons of dried powdered leaves as tea twice daily. Verdict: The claim that palm tree leaves can reverse liver damage is false. No evidence was found in research. A hepatologist also said…
Muhammed Akindele reports The Fire Safety Club, Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (FSC-UDUS), has set to hold their annual congress for the 2023/2024 academic session. According to the flier released, the program will take place on the 27th April, 2024, starting from 4:30pm at the school convocation theatre. As contained, the congress will revolve around the…
By: Fatimah Basheer It is so unwise that Nigerians celebrate immorality; but give low recognition of excellence to moral conduct and educational values! This societal incongruity is glaring upon observation. In this nation, a disconcerting trend emerges where a person is awarded for getting involved in the apex of immorality. By exposing yourself shamelessly on…
By: Abdulsalam Abdulmujeeb Usmanu Danfodio University Sokoto, commonly known as UDUS, is one of the premier federal universities in Northern Nigeria, renowned for its peaceful environment. Each year, a diverse group of students from across the nation, representing various ethnicities, aspires to secure admission to this institution. Admission into UDUS involves several key processes, catering…
