Category: Health
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Early Childhood Marriage Among Traditional Worshippers in Southwest Nigeria By Otun Adeosun
In Southwest Nigeria, early marriage is sometimes upheld among adherents of indigenous Yoruba religions. Religions like Ifá and Òrìṣà worship consider it a continuation of ancestral customs. It is often believed that marrying girls at a young age preserves their purity. It also ensures obedience. Additionally, it aligns with spiritual instructions received through divination. In…
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Nigeria’s Governance Paradox: A Federal State with a Unitary System and Failing Institutions
Nigeria is producing university graduates with no job prospects. Instead of solving unemployment, the government is: 🔹 Creating more universities without industries to absorb graduates 🔹 Neglecting policies that encourage entrepreneurship and innovation 🔹 Failing to invest in job creation 📌 Why are our youth spending years in school, only to end up selling products…
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The Healthcare Crisis in Nigeria: A Call to Action for Preventable Diseases Among Youth
The recent passing of Qodri Oyebamji affectionately known as Sisi Quadri, at the age of 44, adds to a growing list of losses. One must ask, how many more lives can Nigeria afford to lose before decisive action is taken?
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