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Purgatory of Depression

By: Amidat Ahmad A complex and multifaceted mental health condition, depression casts a shadow that extends far beyond mere sadness. It seeps into every aspect of life, altering perceptions, draining vitality, and clouding even the simplest of joys. The torments that accompany depression are not easily subdued; they present challenges that can seem insurmountable, yet…

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The Impact of family values on societal development

By: Rosheedah Adedamola   Family is often considered as society’s oldest and most significant social institution. Its responsibilities encompass offering guidance, and support, and fostering a sense of belonging among its members. Traditionally, within the framework of the traditional family, children learn the values of discipline, hard work, respect for elders, and constituted authority, responsibility,…

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The Dangers of Child Marriage

By Ashiat Meikudi    Nigeria has the highest number of child marriage cases in West and Central Africa. A report by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICE) pecked the number of girls and women married before the age of 18 at 23.6million, adding that about 10.3 million married even before the age of 15. The…

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EXPLAINER: 10 Types of Students You’re Likely to Have as Neighbors in UDUS Hostels (1) By: OLOKOOBA ABDULWASIU Living in one of UDUS’ eight Halls demands some ineffable formalities. They are rituals all hostelites— who wish to enjoy a peaceful stay in the hostel— must pay.  Ironically, however, nowhere in the infamous Students’ Handbook can…

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The Menace of Early Drug Abuse

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…

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