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How to Strengthen Community Pharmacy in Africa

By Mutalib Jibril Strengthening the role of community pharmacies in Africa is of paramount importance, as it holds the potential to substantially improve healthcare accessibility and outcomes throughout the continent. Africa grapples with distinct challenges such as a deficient healthcare infrastructure, insufficient availability of essential medicines, and a heavy disease burden. Empowering community pharmacies can…

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Burna Boy Shocks World, Plays in UCL Final

Muheeb Mashood reports The Nigeria-Grammy winner and global Afrobeat star Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, staged an electrifying performance in the UEFA Champions League final match between Manchester City and Inter Milan Saturday night at Ataturk Stadium, Istanbul. The African Giant collaborated with Brazilian singer Anitta in an opening ritual of UCL,…

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IESU To Hold Orientation for Freshers

Abdulganiyu Azeez reports, The Ilorin Emirate Students Union Usman Danfodio University,Sokoto chapter is set to organize orientation for 100- level students. The orientation, according to the flyer released on Tuesday, 30 May, will take place at A10 lecture hall on Sunday, 4th June, at exactly 10:00am. Themed: “Balancing the four walls of the classroom and…

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Maintaining Culture While Celebrating Western Education

By: Amanatullah Yusuf  It’s no longer news that Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, recently concluded its combined 38th, 39th, 40th, and 41st convocation ceremony. These events, which celebrate the success and graduation of its students, were attended by dignitaries across the nation. Given that this ceremony occurs once every four years, it’s important to ensure a…

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RAMADAN CHRONICLES: HOW STUDENTS’ UNION, ICE BLOCK DEALERS EXPLOIT STUDENTS IN SOKOTO VARSITY

By Taoheed Adegbite On Thursday, 18th May which marked the second day of the 2018 Ramadan period, the sun was severely scorching in Usmanu Danfodiyo University, a homogeneous learning community situated in Dundaye, Sokoto state. Qomariyah, a 200 level student from the Department of Modern European Languages and Linguistics had an unwholesome day, after a…

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Kebbi Flood Victims Left to Pick up the Pieces as Government Shirks Responsibility

Despite warnings from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) about the impending floods, the Kebbi State government failed to take adequate measures to prevent or mitigate the impact of the disaster. This negligence resulted in widespread flooding, which caused significant loss of life, property, and livelihoods. SHEREEFDEEN AHMAD reports….

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UDUS Secures N100 Million Grant for Cutting-Edge Laboratory Upgrade

Muhammad Akindele reports Usmanu  Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has received a substantial grant of N100 million dedicated to the enhancement of its laboratory facilities. This announcement—made via the University official handle on October 20, 2023, signifies a significant stride towards fostering closer ties between academia and the industrial sector. The grant, originating from the National Office…

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