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A Personal Essay Being a student comes with many choices, some trivial and some life-altering. The most difficult decision I ever made during my student years was deciding whether to move away from home to live independently in a new city. This choice was far more than about relocating; it was about leaving behind comfort, […]

Youth development is the process through which young people grow emotionally, socially, academically, and professionally into responsible and productive adults. During this critical stage of life, guidance and support are essential, and one of the most powerful influences is mentorship. A mentor is an experienced and trusted individual who provides guidance, support, advice, and encouragement

On a typical campus morning, lecture halls fill up, deadlines draw closer, and students move quickly from oneclass to another. Beneath this daily routine lies a silent reality — academic pressure, financial stress, socialexpectations, and the constant demand to succeed. In the middle of it all, one practice is becoming increasinglyimportant: self-care. Every day, students

A FEATURE University is often seen as one of the best phases of life, filled with dreams, ambition, and possibilities. But for me, it almost became the place where everything quietly started falling apart. At first, it was just tiredness. The kind that sleep couldn’t fix. My friend Dave noticed it before I did. One

A FEATURE A New Kind of Student Life At 7 pm, when most students are preparing to relax after a long day of lectures, Tunde is just getting started. With his phone in one hand and a small ring light on his desk, he records a short video showcasing the sneakers he sells online. Within

Opinion For far too long, global media has told a limited and often damaging story about Africa. Turn on international news, and you are likely to see the same themes repeated: conflict, poverty, disease, and corruption. While these issues exist, they are not the full story. Yet, they have come to define how the world

EXPLAINER In Nigeria today, a single tweet, post, or short video can come with serious consequences. For many young people, expressing opinions online is no longer just communication, it is a risk. This raises an important question: how safe are Nigerian youths when they speak freely online? The Promise of Digital Freedom Social media platforms

Explainer The exam season reality It is often just a few days to exams when many students begin attending overnight classes back to back, trying to cover an entire semester’s syllabus in one or two nights. To stay awake, they rely heavily on coffee and energy drinks, pushing their bodies beyond normal limits. For many

Nigerian Youths Express Concern Over Corruption and GovernanceAs a matter of growing concern, many Nigerian youths are increasingly worried about the impact of corruption on the country’s political, economic, and social development. From discussions among students and youth groups, it is clear that corruption continues to affect everyday life and future opportunities. More young people

Many students stay up late at night trying to finish assignments while also dealing with stress from school and social media. Even though they may look fine on the outside, many students are quietly struggling with their mental health and are not speaking up about it. Students today face many challenges, including stress, anxiety, academic