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Suffocating in Smoke and Pills: The Silent Struggle of Nigerian Youth Against Drug Abuse.

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 By  Haruna Dahiru Alhassan (U17MM1032).  Drug abuse in Nigeria has unleashed an insidious epidemic, sinking its fangs deep into the hearts of our youth. Each day, the pages of our lives are tainted with stories of illegal drug use, particularly among the ‘Gen-Z’ population. The consumption of these substances is often attributed to peer pressure, the environment, and the desperate need to escape the clutches of depression or emotional turmoil. In the bustling streets of Nigeria today, one might feel alienated if they don’t partake in what is colloquially referred to as ‘Stunning’ or smoking. Many believe that these substances offer a fleeting sense of boundless joy or, worse, a temporary escape from the demons of emotional distress. Yet, unbeknownst to them, this choice gradually leads to addiction, an unrelenting vice that enslaves both body and mind.  But it’s not just smoking that’s plaguing our youth. The abuse of pills and other drugs has also surged. The allur...

Nigeria at 63rd new Logo.

  By Habiba Adam Abdullahi U18MM2055 In the wake of event to happen in a couple of days, the Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled the official logo for the country's 63rd Independence Day celebration. It was released by the Director of Information, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Willie Bassey, on Tuesday morning. Nigeria will mark its 63rd Independence Day celebration on Sunday, October 1. View this post on Instagram A post shared by PUNCH Newspapers (@punchnewspapers)

Local product you can Export!

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By  Firdausi Tanko Lami U17mm1131 Due to the high rate of migration from Africa to Diaspora, local product now seem to be the most demanded. Exportation is a very lucrative idea and an important part of international trade. Local producers can generate income by selling locally made products such as: ✓Sesame seeds  ✓Locust beans  ✓Honey ✓Crayfish ✓Garri ✓Nuts ✓Ogbono ✓Palm oil   And many other products. All of these products has a high demand from Africans especially Nigerians. Exportation is the new opportunity! Below is a video suggesting ways you can leverage for this opportunity.  Watch👇... Credits(Ned's media)  

Post-humos remembrance: Three years without Amir Shehu Idris

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By  ABDURRAHMAN YAHYA LAWAL U18MM2038  Today marks the third year since the death of the late Emir of Zazzau, Alhaji Shehu Idris, who passed away on September 20, 2020, at the age of 84. Alhaji Shehu Idris was the longest-reigning monarch in the history of the Zazzau emirate, having reigned for 45 years.  During his reign, he was known for his commitment to peace and unity among the different tribes that lived in Zaria and its environs. His death was a great loss to the people of Zaria and Nigeria as a whole, and it was met with shock, grief, and eulogies from across the country. Despite his passing, the legacy of the late Emir of Zazzau lives on. His reign was marked by a commitment to peace and development, and his contributions to the growth of Zaria and its environs will always be remembered.  The appointment of Alhaji Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli as the 19th Emir of Zazzau on October 7, 2020, following the demise of Alhaji Shehu Idris, is a testament to the rich history a...