By Alabi Maryam In 2016, Safiya Shuabu completed her secondary school education with the aspiration of becoming a medical student. She had applied for a degree in Medical Laboratory Science (M.L.S). However, fate took a different turn in 2019 when she secured admission into Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, albeit with a change in her course…
Isiaq Ibrahim reports Muhammad Shamsudeen Umar, the Chairman of the Caretaker Committee (CTC) for Students’ Union, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has voluntarily resigned from the office. This was contained in a letter titled ‘Voluntary Resignation’ and addressed to the office of the Vice Chancellor and the Dean Students Affairs on Friday, 26th May, 2023….
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…
By Abdulmalik Abdulwahab Nigeria as a nation grapples with the complexities of civilian governance amidst a backdrop of historical challenges and contemporary dynamics. From the ashes of military rule emerged a fledgling democracy, promising hope and progress for its people. However, the reality of governance in Nigeria today is a tapestry woven with threads of…
By: Saifnasr Bello “It is better to be a warrior in a garden than to be a gardener in a war”._Miyamoto Musashi Throughout human history, conflict has been a constant, with the powerful often seeking excuses to dominate the less powerful. This pattern is deeply rooted in his nature. In a world filled with risks…
By Queen Azeez Dear News Digest, Although I plan to do this one day, I never really had the opportunity to. And now that I think I must write to you, I found time. I want to tell you some things you didn’t know about me which despite not knowing, you accommodated me just…
Abdulganiyu Azeez reports The management of Abdullah Fodiyo Library, the main library complex of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto has extended its operation hours to 10:00pm from 6:00pm on weekdays. This equally applies to the Medical library and the Law library within the university. According to a circular released on Friday, 27th May and signed by…
By: Muhammed Akindele As far back as the 19th century, there has been a custom feud between the feminists and the Anti-feminists. This debate has degenerated into a lot of dissension for many decades. For better assimilation, feminism precludes the advocacy for women’s rights on the basis of equality of sex. Anti-feminism on the other…
By Latifah Bagidi In the bustling campus life, Usman Yakubu Usman, a 400-level English and literary studies student from Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUS), felt over the moon like someone who won the jackpot when he heard that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on 31st July 2023, endorsed the provision of free buses for students in…
By Mutalib Jibril Hand washing, or hand hygiene, is the process of using soap and water or a specialized hand wash to eliminate viruses, bacteria, and other microorganisms from the hands. Hand hygiene extends beyond personal health; it is a fundamental component of the larger public health framework. Recent times have shown us the significant…
