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10 Things Only UNN Students Will Understand 1. When you were still eating at Chitis in 100 level and you didn’t know how far: 2. How you felt when you first heard “Lions and Lionesses!” You were feeling fly! 3. Your face, whenever you hear “Okpa Di Oku”: 4. Your network, as soon as you step into Abuja building. It …

As the 2019 Nigerian General Elections draw near, we thought we should gather and share some information about the Federal Republic and Government of Nigeria. This extensive article should help students of government revise what they know about the Nigerian Government. It should also help voters with some quick education about the overall structure of …

Introduction to Learning The summer sun shines brightly on a deserted stretch of beach. Suddenly, a tiny grey head emerges from the sand, then another and another. Soon the beach is teeming with loggerhead sea turtle hatchlings (see the image below). Although only minutes old, the hatchlings know exactly what to do. Their flippers are …

Scholarships have always been a reward for students academic intelligence, outstanding performances and potential. But beyond that, many of us scout for scholarships as a means of financial support for our academic pursuits especially in the university or college.

Why Delve Into Data Science “Data is the new gold mine!” The statement holds huge significance when it comes to today’s business world. The current corporate arena is largely operated based on data-driven decisions. You might be surprised to know that each day, about 2.5 quintillion bytes of data is being generated. That’s certainly a …

On Mindset and Learning In this article, you will learn about the fixed and growth mindsets. These are two basic mindsets that determine how we approach learning. You will also learn how mistakes might help us learn better and faster. Are talents, gifts and intelligence given to just a few? We often think that intelligence is something …

Article Overview In this article, you will learn about the importance of taking tests as a part of your learning and study sessions even if they are self-administered. You will also learn how to prepare for formal tests and examinations. Pause and Think: “Why do so many students dread tests and exams?” Imagine you’ve been reading …

Most students waste their time taking JAMB and Post-UTME every year, when they can easily take an Advanced Level (A-Level) Programme and gain Direct Admission into the University.  Here are the benefits of taking an Advanced Level Programme such as Cambridge A’Level Certification: Here Are 10 Benefits of A-Level Over JAMB 1. Admission is into …

Some Basic Ideas Every Physics Student Should Know Vectors and Scalars A scalar is a physical quantity with magnitude only. A vector is a physical quantity with magnitude and direction. Vectors may be represented as arrows where the length of the arrow indicates the magnitude and the arrowhead indicates the direction of the vector. The …

Overview In this article, you will learn about what happens when you sleep. Also, you will learn about why you dream and how sleeping proves very crucial to learning and memory. You will also discover how really essential getting a good night’s sleep can be for your health. Pause and Think: “Why do we really need …

How to Prepare for Successful Exams During the Semester You are born truly smart and intelligent and you had better believe it. The problems we often face in our academic pursuits are as a result of lackluster attitudes towards taking the steps we need to take in discipline and perseverance. Nobody is born a dullard! Men like …

Overview In this article, you will learn about your memory, how it works, how we form memories and why we forget or lose some memories. Pause and Think: “Why do we forget?” Imagine you’re writing an examination which you’ve prepared long and hard for. You’re currently on a particular question which you’re sure you read adequately …