By: Muhammed Akindele The recurring ASUU strikes in our country have been a long-standing issue, with the union established in 1978 but frequently going on strike due to unfulfilled government agreements. However, it’s important to note that not only students but also lecturers are victims of these strikes. Lecturers, who rely on their teaching income,…
By Nurudeen Bolaji God forbid a time when we have to live our lives in isolation. Human race has been said to perish whenever we stop mingling with others. I bemoan the travails of this story, as it happened between me and a close friend. Before I proceed, I will like to conceal my identity…
By Raji Toheeb Day after day, week after week, and month after month, our society is plagued by a series of disunity, misunderstanding, discrimination, and hatred stemming from the misuse of our freedom of expression. Hate speech, as defined by the United Nations Strategy and Plan of Action on Hate Speech, is “any form of…
By Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen Drug abuse has become a pervasive issue that afflicts individuals of all ages and genders, and it’s a global problem experienced by many countries. However, the extent and nature of this problem can vary from one region to another. The abuse of drugs, especially among adolescents aged 10 to 17, has seen…
By Latifah Bagidi It was the middle of October, the change in weather had taken a toll on me that I ended up spending all of my time on drugs. I was about to die the death of the night when I heard a voice. It was my coursemate chanting my name just at the…
By Amidat Ahmad In the dimly lit corners of society, where silence and darkness reign, there exists a deeply troubling and pervasive epidemic that has plagued humanity for centuries. It is an affliction that transcends borders, cultures, and backgrounds, leaving a trail of victims who bear the heavy burden of unspeakable trauma. This is the…
By Rofiat Abdulkadir As often echoed in our community, particularly by today’s teenagers, the sentiment persists that “school is a scam.” However, my response to this common saying is a resounding “No.” I can provide numerous reasons to support this perspective. Let me briefly highlight a few of them: First and foremost, school serves…
By Sulaiman Aishat In the realm of academic pursuits, encountering challenges is a common occurrence. These difficulties can range from financial constraints to misinformation about educational institutions, and more. While such hurdles can either pave the way for success or thwart one’s aspirations, my story exemplifies how failure to secure admission led to numerous achievements….
By: Ibroheem Ridwanullahi Have you ever contemplated the looming challenges that our nation and society will face in the coming weeks, months, and years? It appears that these challenges will be more severe and extreme than anything we’ve encountered before. The future seems clouded, with little brightness or color in our streets. Our society stands…
By: Abdulkadir Sofiullahi Those who maintain a cheerful disposition during challenging times are truly admirable and serve as a wellspring of inspiration to others. They have the ability to diffuse conflicts by finding humor in difficult situations. A wise individual can avoid an argument by responding to jests and remarks directed at them with lighthearted…
