By Muheeb Mashood Since the resumption of the second semester, student occupants at Jubril Aminu hostel in Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, have been clamoring over intermittent water supply, The News Digest Press can report. It was in the early hours on Sunday, 24th September. The sun smiled brightly but the atmosphere depicted a nightmare as…
By Muheeb Mashood Controversial football manager, Jose Mourinho’s hope of winning the Europa League was dashed to the wall, following a a 4-1 penalty shoot-out against seventh-time title winner, Sevilla at Budapest. A 35th minute Paulo Dybala’s lead gave coach Mourinho’s Roma a joyous assurance to extend his European final records, however, Mancini’s own goal…
By Yasir Aladodo Life after leaving an institution is a thrilling yet challenging journey. Graduating from university fills one’s heart with joy, but transitioning from a structured environment to the uncharted waters of independence can stir a mix of emotions. It demands meticulous planning and adaptability. One of the most significant post-institution challenges is establishing…
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…
Nurudeen Semiu reports The management of the department of General Studies, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto has directed all students to sign their course forms on or before Friday, 21st July. According to a notice released by the registration officer of the division, the exercise would take place at Room 7, Department of Educational Foundation,…
By Abdulkadir Sofiullahi Have you ever reflected on past relationships and friendships and realize you were probably part of the problem or even majorly? Are you one of those people that are certain they can never be at fault? Now, get to know that no one is close to being perfect, you are just a…
Muheeb Mashood reports The newly appointed chairman of the Caretaker Committee for Students’ Union of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Abdullahi Sanusi has pledged commitment, saying that he will lead and assist the students in achieving their aims and objectives on campus. He made this known while speaking with The News Digest Press on Friday, 1st…
By Hauwa’u Malami Every morning, before Sadiq Dahiru Kanoma, a 200-level Law student of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS), steps out for lectures, he is confronted by the stench of decomposing refuse rising from piles of waste near his hostel. Sadiq lives in a private hostel behind Benji Mosque in the Shama area, a location…
By: Muneer Yaqub I once read a novel by John Grisham, The Client, wherein a father Character was described as a ‘chain-smoker.’ It was amazing, how one could be so addicted to smoking, as to light up a new cigarette with the remnant of the last. Then a new one, that way. Then another. You…
By: Amidat Ahmad Pregnancy is an extraordinary and transformative journey that heralds the beginning of new life. It’s a phase that intertwines the physical, emotional, and psychological facets of a woman’s life, encompassing a spectrum of experiences and changes. From the initial confirmation of conception to the miraculous moment of birth, the journey of pregnancy…
