By: Bashirat Durojaye Any dictionary that defines Nigeria would say a nation where those in the realm of managing the country’s affairs are corrupt and full of selfishness, a nation where more than half of its population lives below the poverty line, where inflation in the price of food items and daily commodity and the…
By Habeeb Olokooba As a kid, my mom’s daily motivation has always been, Òógbémi lo ìlú Òyìnbó “You will take me overseas”. I grew up with this daily phrase of motivation from my mom, she believes in the perpetuity ahead and this always prompts my efficacy in the phrase ‘hard work pays’. Grace pays better…
By: Abdulrazaq Kamaldeen Nigeria has become a haven for kidnappers, with security deteriorating from its strongholds. In a country where law enforcement struggles to ensure safety, life has become precarious. Tragically, killings are now a source of amusement, and kidnapping has evolved into a lucrative ransom-driven crime. Nigeria is now a country of “live here…
By: Muheeb Mashood Abdulkabir Olakunde, the renowned rapper Kabex, unfolds a painful chapter from his past, through the powerful medium of music, shedding light on an unfortunate incident that led him to a hospital. In sharing his story, Kabex reveals a common plight where individuals bear the consequences of others’ wrongdoing. Had Kabex foreseen his…
By: Habibullahi Temako Admission stress in Nigeria tertiary institutions is escalating as the demand for higher education grows across the country. Universities being the most sought- after, offer diverse courses ranging from medicine to law becoming crucial for specialized knowledge and skill acquisition. However, the intricacies of the admission process pose significant challenges. Prospective students,…
By: Abdulrasaq Kamaldeen Being a fresher student at university demands different names such as ‘jambito’ or the nominal phrase, ‘Johnny just come’ encoded in the acronyms JJC. This is a common tag of identity for students in their first year in an institution. There is always an end in every tunnel, no matter the gridlock…
By: Mutalib Jibril The belief that turning off data grants its longevity has been a prevailing notion among many in the contemporary world. While belief can be a good thing, it can be dangerous too, mounting research as another pedestal is mighty. Though I’ve for once held on to this erroneous belief, I unveiled the…
By: Rosheedah Adedamola It would be no exaggeration that Nigerians are blind to some atrocious, barbarous, and wild acts that are supposed to have been abolished, and eradicated from our culture. This includes the prominent bothersome acpt called the FEMALE GENITAL CIRCUMCISION/MUTILATION. Though considered a traditional act of beautifying or keeping the female gender…
By: Mutalib Jubril In Sokoto, when the cold Harmattan season hits, students on campus face a funny dilemma. The dusty hallways turn into a playground for students dealing with the chilly weather, making their daily routines, like taking showers, quite a spectacle. As the Harmattan winds sweep through Sokoto, the campus takes on a mystical…
By:Meikudi Ashiat In recent times, Nigeria has recorded an unprecedented security challenge which has attributed the country as one of those where terrorism is now part and parcel. It is correct to say the country is in its worst situation. Insecurity remains Nigeria’s biggest challenge and confrontation. The rate of insurgency in the country is…
