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I find myself sitting in the center of our home, my gaze fixed upon my books. The looming specter of this year’s Jamb examination is a constant reminder that time is slipping away. My thoughts are divided into two realms. One part concerns the English paper my son is currently tackling, while the other is…
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Passing through the gate, she began to scan the courtyard of the house, although no one had noticed her presence on this Friday. It was a time when both young and old gathered at the mosque to receive evening prayer lessons from Baba Mallam. Thursdays and Fridays were days when everyone remained at home, providing…
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He was a young man with a cheerful demeanor. Approaching his sister, he said, “Hey, sweetie, I’m playing some music. Can’t you see I’m back?” His sister grinned and straightened up, teasingly remarking, “When are you going to stop calling me by your girlfriend’s name? Am I going to end up marrying a smooth-talker like…
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Onions are indeed a versatile and beneficial addition to our diets, and their absence would have a noticeable impact on both the culinary world and human health. Here are some key points to consider about the importance of onions: Health Benefits: Onions offer various health benefits that may go unnoticed. They are a rich source…
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Love can be a complex and multifaceted emotion, and people express it in different ways. While some individuals believe that love should be openly displayed through signs and gestures, others may not express their feelings as overtly. It’s essential to recognize that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to love, and people have varying ways of demonstrating…
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In the capital city of Barcelona, located in Spain, there resides a community of people with diverse backgrounds and histories, shaping the tapestry of this vibrant nation. Among them is Alhaji Adam, a devout Baha’i hailing from Boko, and a former ambassador of Nigeria. In Spain, Alhaji Adam has built a life with his family,…
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She raced through the swiftly rising water, desperate to reach home before darkness fell. Despite her tender age, no more than fourteen or fifteen, she had become accustomed to these sudden downpours – today was not the first, and it wouldn’t be the last. Still, the sticks and debris in the water always unnerved her,…
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As they reached the village boundary, Usman affectionately patted his friend Nura, who was pulling their cart, and exclaimed with enthusiasm, “Hey Nuru, don’t wait here; I’ll get off here!” Nuru turned around, stopped the cart, and flashed a smile at Usman. He couldn’t help but chuckle as he replied, “Hey Usman, it’s Hamma Umar…