Education

AN INTERVIEW We interviewed two students who reside in off-campus hostels to tell us and other students what living in an off-campus hostel entails REALITY What is the real situation of living in an off-campus hostel, and what does a typical one look like? Interviewee 1: The real situation of living off-campus revolves around the freedom, […]

Social media has transformed the way people communicate, share information, and participate in political processes. In the digital age, platforms such as Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram,and TikTok provide citizens with direct access to political news, debates, and campaigns. As a result, social media has become a powerful tool for political mobilization, shaping public opinion

Starting a business as a student is becoming very common, especially among young people who want to earn money, gain independence, or build experience before graduation. While some student businesses succeed, many struggle and eventually fail. This is not always because the idea is bad, but often due to certain challenges that students face. This

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