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Perhaps, one of the reasons why many ladies remain single is their quest to find that perfect man. Unfortunately, Mr. and Mrs. ‘perfect’ only exist in the movies, probably Bollywood. Nowadays, young boys and girls have a model of who they want to marry that they begin a weeding process by drawing out a list of character and attributes they desire. They rather remain single until the lady or man of their dreams emerge from jupiter. Celebrities such as Usher Raymond, Justin Bieber, and Snoop dog would appeal to ladies who are so much attached to pop music and of course, their scintillating voices and dance steps. Taylor swift, Amber Rose, Kim Kardashian, Alicia Keys, Rihanna and the evergreen Beyonce could be the perfect deal for young men. They’ve got amazing slim bodies that have been socially defined as beautiful, they also possess the glamor and style that satisfies our sexual cravings. When the flashy lives of celebrities become a yardstick for picking a partner, we can be

Some see it as normal, Serena enjoyed herself going nude, are we ready for more? A lot of reactions has trailed the recent pregnancy photos of Serena Williams on the Vanity Fair magazine , where she posed nude . While some are of the opinion that the Tennis Star may have gone too far since she is regarded as a role model to many women, others see it as ‘freedom’ for womanhood. Wherever you belong on the side of the argument, it is more than certain that we live in a world of constant flux, where some changes are inevitable. Whether you regard it as good or bad, it all depends on your value orientation which is a function of religion and cultural environment we find ourselves. Serena Williams Nude photos is only a glimpse, a tip of the iceberg to what tomorrow will bring. What seems immoral today is what will become the norm tomorrow. Every craze, fad and fashion which we accept today had once been considered a taboo and inappropriate. The presence of the material component of

Dear Future Wife, Deep in the night’s hallowed chambers I wandered still why you tarry, Oh future wife! The path to your base is crooked, never laid on concrete The hunting expedition unending, but tireless I am in pursuit of the one with the waterpot, whose Cistern is for the thirsty sheeps and nations in need of water. Alas! You hide in the midst of the crowd, at the market place you were last seen, negotiating and paying for luggages you would yet bring. Never mind future wife! I need not get a truck load for us before you come I have a few luggages already if you don’t mind, the market has been tough here too Yours will only be an addition to what shall yet exceed Don’t worry dear future wife, I’ll find my way against the tide and race to the mountain top with the flag of a champion I’ll fight and with God on my side, I’ll win Please come out of the market and let’s go home You are made of more, of gold and raw ornaments for glamour With the linen of Grace you’re clo

The society no doubt has failed the female folk, with so much glass ceiling at workplace, income inequality , abuses and violent conducts. We have produced men with machismo vibes, mysogynists, arrogant, proud and boastful, boys with little or no kitchen knowledge and disrespectful. They grow up becoming who they were nurtured to be, some inevitably becoming beaters of women and filled with ego.  It is true that the Feminists’ appeal at seeking for a fair, just and balanced society by addressing issues that affect the female folk is worthy and essential for progress. However, in exercising the rights of women to protest and gain more relevance, thereby boosting their economic and social status, how cautious or loose can we be, especially among Africans and the vast majority of people in Europe and America who still believe that the family institution is the bedrock of the society ? Is it OK for everyone to be a Feminist? Replacing Family Institution or reshaping it? Historically,

The prevalence of suicide in Nigeria and the forms it takes call for a more scientific evaluation of the motives especially at a time of economic uncertainty. Many have attributed the rise of suicide to depression and lack of support for those who need psychological help. However, taking a clue from a man credited to have taken the most succinct scientific approach to the study of suicide, Durkheim (1858-1920). According to him, the rate of Suicide is consequent upon the level of Social Integration. The more socially integrated a person is, that is, how he/she makes meaning of life within a social context, the less likely he is to committing suicide.  On the other hand, the less socially integrated an individual is, the more likely he is to commit suicide. Here are some of Durhheim’s findings in early 20 th century Europe; 1.        When comparing Protestants and Catholics, he discovered that the Suicide rate among Catholics were not common as a result of the social cohesion a

The Nigerian Experience: Suicide commitment in Nigeria is reaching a frightening dimension, a state of emergency and shocking, to say the least, considering the fact that Nigerians are known to value their own lives regardless of his/her situation. Perhaps, maybe the socio/economic situations weren’t as bad as it is at present. Before delving deep into the prevalence of suicide in Nigeria , it is important for us to understand the concept in its totality rather than the subjective definition based on what we see happening around us. A new approach to understanding the concept of Suicide Suicide is not just about an instance of killing oneself intentionally as described by most clinical definitions. In today’s world, especially in Nigeria I have observed a trend and a catastrophic one for that matter, which makes me rethink the definition of suicide . Consider a woman for instance, who is married to a man who abuses her and often causes physical injury on her body, yet she sti

Recidivism is fast becoming a concern among the mirage of problems facing our polity. The Criminal Justice System has been the one dishing out the sticks, convicting people and ensuring they have a space in jail for various offences.  The prison, as well as, other correctional facilities has failed to improve the lives of inmates. The reality as observed from records in different correctional institutions is that first offenders are likely to come back to Prison. In the United States of America , the figure is staggering despite the efforts of the Obama administration to tackle the increase in the number of incarcerated folks. In Africa, especially in Nigeria , incarcerated persons are finding the Prison yard to be their home. The question is, why are they coming back? Reasons for the high rate of Recidivism Investigating the reasons for the high rate of Recidivism is complex, not because we do not know the reasons but because the basis of returning to jail varies across g