The Pain of Near Misses: Super Eagles World Cup Qualification Woes

By Safwan Abubakar Nigeria stands out as a powerhouse of passion and expectation. The Super Eagles, embodying the nation’s rich football legacy, have consistently portrayed exceptional talent, captivating fans globally with their dynamic style and storied history. Their iconic green jerseys have become synonymous with African football excellence. However, alongside their successes —such as clinching…

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EC-UDUS Holds First General Assembly

Abdulganiyu Azeez reports The Entrepreneurship Club(EC) of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto has on Sunday, 4th June held its first general assembly. The program, which took place at the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Development, was aimed at presenting the plans and activities of the club for the 2022/2023 academic session. The Usmanu Danfodiyo University Entrepreneurship Club…

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Underage Voting in Nigeria

By Ismail Amanatullah In the northern part of Nigeria, it’s not uncommon to witness children as young as 13 years old queuing up at different polling units with voter cards claiming they’re 20 or above. You might wonder why they’re there. The answer is quite simple. I’ve come across children who confessed that their political…

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FEATURE: In Sokoto, Gidan Yaro School Struggles for Attendance Despite Free Schooling 

By Amanatullahi Yusuf As the sun sets on a typical Friday morning in Gidan Yaro Community School, Wanmako Local Government, Yusuf, an 11-year-old primary school student, strolls aimlessly through his village. Despite his school being mere steps away from his house, he wandered around during what was supposed to be learning time. This time, their…

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SU CTC to Issue Certificates of Service to Students Hall Governors

Muhammed Akindele Reports The Students’ Union Caretaker Committee, under the leadership of Abdullahi Sanusi at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, is set to issue certificates of service to the students’ hall governors on Tuesday, December 19, 2023. According to the circular signed by the SU CTC chairman, Abdullahi Sanusi, the certificates will be issued by the…

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Health Stack   Health Stack is a column with Jibril Mutalib Sabi, a 200-level Pharmacy student and member of the News Digest Press. The column is aimed at empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their health, foster positive health behaviors, and enhance a healthy lifestyle. By following the series of the column, you would…

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