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ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: THE NEED TO BE STRATEGIC

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    By Olatunbosun Islamiyyah Many students aspire to achieve success in school, but reaching that goal often requires more than just intelligence. Consistent effort, efficient strategies, and an upbeat attitude are crucial components. This article will provide a list of essential strategies to help students succeed academically. Setting Goals A destination is the first step on any great journey. To stay motivated and track your progress, set clear, attainable goals for yourself. Break down large goals into manageable steps. This approach not only makes the process less overwhelming but also allows for steady progress and regular achievements. Time Management Effective time management is crucial for balancing schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and personal time. Prioritize assignments based on their importance and deadlines. Time is your most valuable resource; allocate specific periods each day or week to study each subject in your schedule. Starting with the most diffic...

A CALL TO END THE ERA OF THE CHOLERA EPIDEMIC: THE NEED STAY VIGILANT!

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                                                                                                        By Aanuoluwapo Akande   In 1972, Nigeria announced its first appearance of epidemic cholera but that would not be the only appearance.   There was a full-fledged outbreak from 1972 to 1990.   And since then, one would have thought Nigeria should have mastered the art of preventing the occurrence of many other outbreaks but this is not quite the case.   In the fourth quarter of 2009, it was conjectured that more than 260 people died of cholera in four Northern states, with over 96 people in Maiduguri, Biu, Gwoza, Dikwa, and Jere council areas of Bauchi state.   In 2010, 18 states reported cholera outbreaks...

FATSSSAITE MAKES FACULTY PROUD AS HE BECOMES A DON LAVOIE FELLOW: AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

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By Tolu Ifedayo   FATSSSA PRESS: Good day. Can you introduce yourself? ABDULRAHMAN: I am Adebayo Abdulrahman, a finalist of the Department of Political Science. FATSSSA PRESS:  How  was the application process? the hurdles faced, and the aid(recommendations) received, if any, from whom? ABDULRAHMAN:   So the first question on how the application process was, I first heard about the Don Lavoie Fellowship in 2023, that's last year, and a connection on LinkedIn, who was   an Indian undergrad then, a finalist, at the time who got into it.   So I struck up a   conversation with him on LinkedIn then, but back then, I did not apply that last year because when I looked at the requirements of the program and how competitive it was, and I looked at my profile at the time, I had the feeling that I was not going to get in, so I   did not apply.  Then this year when the application opened, I spoke with the guy, and the   Indian, who is now going...