By Marvellous Olajide The beginning of a new semester in a Nigerian university like University of Ibadan is always a mix of excitement and exhaustion. For some, the joy of seeing friends after the break is refreshing. For others, it feels like dragging a tired body into another long marathon especially when the semester break... Continue Reading →
By Marvellous Olajide For many students, nothing feels heavier than the dreaded word—carryover. That moment when results are released and you scroll down the list, only to see “F” boldly staring at you. It’s like your heart drops into your stomach. Suddenly, your friends’ laughter sounds louder, their smiles brighter, and you feel like the... Continue Reading →
Leonard Divine The night before an exam is often filled with a mix of emotions. The ticking clock, scattered notes, and the pressure of unfinished study material can make the stress feel overwhelming. Examination periods often bring a high level of stress and anxiety among students. The pressure to succeed, coupled with uncertainty about what... Continue Reading →
Oluwaferanmi MaryThe extent to which structured exercise has been replaced by routine daily movement is increasingly alarming. Everyday activities such as walking to class or completing chores are often mistaken for exercise. However, not all physical engagement results in comprehensive body movement. For instance, on days when lectures begin at 8 a.m. and end at... Continue Reading →
Marvellous OlajideWhy the same device that connects you to the world might be disconnecting you from your goals. It is 2:17 a.m. You promised yourself you’d sleep by 10pm and wake up by 3am to crash read. Your exam is at 9:00 a.m. sharp. But somehow, you are still on your bed, fingers swiping through... Continue Reading →
Marvellous OlajideIt is 3:12 a.m. The hostel is finally quiet. You are hunched over your notes, fighting sleep with slaps and caffeine. The test is at 8 a.m., and your eyes feel like sandpaper. In the culture of student life in Nigeria, particularly within university hostels, where TDB (till day break ) and MTN (... Continue Reading →
By Marvellous OlajideThere is a type of exhaustion that sleep alone cannot fix. You may wake up feeling tired, attend classes without energy, and find it difficult to absorb any information from your notes. You may become irritable without clear cause, and although your body is physically present, your mind feels distant and disengaged. If... Continue Reading →
Marvellous Olajide You wake up to the sound of your hostel neighbour blasting Afrobeats at 6am. Your phone is on 1% battery, there is no light, and you have an 8am test you didn’t study for. As you rush through a cold bath, trying to breath amidst the foul odour coming from the bathroom, you... Continue Reading →
Leonard DivineFrom fetching water and using the public bath to dealing with roommates, one thing remains prominent—shared spaces. Hostel living is all about shared spaces, shared responsibilities and, whether we like it or not, shared germs too. Personal and environmental hygiene is non-negotiable, especially in a hostel environment where shared spaces are inevitable.Whether you are... Continue Reading →
Oluwaferanmi MaryIn an age where food often serves as a coping mechanism for economic and emotional stress, overeating has slowly and quietly become a major public health concern. While eating is essential for survival, many people now consume more food than their bodies require, encouraged by oversized portions, processed snacks, and the easy availability of... Continue Reading →
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