The faces of part 2 students were a canvas of emotions as they wrapped up their histology and embryology exams last week. The exam format was the hot…
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Positive Power: A Peek at the Modern World
“Every time you feel like you’ve finally arrived, there is the accompanying sense of feeling cheated. Because just like yesterday, today you’re still worried. With more problems. There…
THE MERITS OF A FORMAL EDUCATION
Since time immemorial, it has been typical to esteem education with prestige, wealth, and status in the elite. An educated individual was more likely to navigate the quirks…
In the Shadow of Death: Reimagining Our Approach to Mortality
The widespread idea about dodging death is deeply rooted in society. We often think that by certain actions, we can extend our lives endlessly. But, think about it;…
Love Is Not Enough
Introduction Love is not enough… According to the Oxford Dictionary (2024), marriage is the legal or former union of two people recognised as partners in a romantic relationship.…
Let the poor breathe.
Two days ago, I went out to get a pack of noodles. I had a budget of #6000, which was decent because I bought it a month ago…
Nigeria’s Heat Wave: Who was prepared for this?
Never did I think I’d regret parting with my sleeveless tops as a final year student who was trying to get into her ‘corporate girlie’ era but this…
Get married, they say, but marriage isn’t for everyone – Part 2
“Get married,” they say. But is it for everyone? What if your apathy towards marriage is borne out of reasons you will regret later? d_blaze “Your biological clock…
Mental Health: Medical Students Deserve Accessible Therapy Sessions
Before the mental health talk, let’s know a bit about me. I just scaled through one of the most demanding classes at OAU Medicine and Surgery— Part 4.…
Valentine’s Day: Love, Wallets, and Real Talk
Valentine’s Day is just another day in the grand scheme of things. Just 24 hours – no more, no less, just a commercial circus of emotions.