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Virtues of Selfishness and Altruism

By Abdulfatai Yunus Duke Elligton once said that Selfishness can be a virtue. Selfishness is essential to survival, and without survival we cannot protect those whom we love more than ourselves’. It is known in the history of humanity and psychology that not all selfishness is necessarily bad and not all altruism is good. The…

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Self-Confidence or Narcissistic Personality Disorder?

By Mutalib Jibril In his formative years, Dantani showcased charisma and confidence that captivated those around him. However, as he navigated the professional world, his self-assurance transformed into a conviction that the world underestimated his intelligence. This shift led to a need for constant praise, with colleagues describing him as both abrasive and manipulative. Dantani’s…

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Mind Your Grammar

By Olayiwola Ridwan  Aminu Receives Advice About Salamatu from His Friends. His friends: Aminu, how far is your intelligent girlfriend, Salamatu? Aminu: It’s actually been a while since I have heard from her. But, she must be doing fine. His friends: We know you have serious interest in that girl. Do you think you are…

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Leaders of Any Association, Club, Society Must Come Through Election_SU CTC Chairman

By Isiaq Ibrahim    The Chairman of the Caretaker Committee (CTC) for Students’ Union, Muhammad Shamsudeen Umar has said that leaders of every registered associations, clubs and societies in Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto must come through election. This is coming after the SU Electoral Committee(ELCOM) on Monday, 22nd May released guidelines governing the conduct of…

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Evaluating the Role of Intellectual Property in Promoting University-based Innovation and Commercialisation in Nigeria: How Nigeria Universities can Leverage Patents, Trademarks, and Licensing to Turn Research into Viable Products

By Oyelowo Khalid Universities across Nigeria are gradually deviating from purely academic gatherings to become engines of innovation, research, commercialisation and economic growth in Nigeria, where the knowledge economy is seen as a pathway to aid Nigeria from its sole dependency on oil. For this innovation to be productive, universities need the help of intellectual…

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Three Days After Total Blackouts, Electricity Restored in Jubril Aminu Hostel

  By Adeleke Adedayo  After three days of total blackouts at the Jubril Aminu and the neighbouring halls of residence, electricity supply has been restored for the residents. The electricity was restored around 11pm on Thursday night. The News Digest Press gathered that there was an electricity blackout since Tuesday night at Jubril Aminu hostel,…

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Afrobeats: The Menace of Rising Stars

By Habeeb Olokooba There are many ebullient dreams to be visualized as upcoming afrobeats artists. While some will come to life, some will remain mere dreams, better not dreams. But follow your dreams, they say, even though it might be your biggest nightmare. The fast rising afrobeats star, Crown Uzama popularly known as Shalipoppi, who…

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