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Tips On How To Build Self confidence Building self-confidence is a gradual process that develops through consistency, positive thinking, and self-care. It is not something a person is born with alone, it is a skill that can be improved at any stage of life.  1. Master Your Mindset . Challenge Your Inner Critic: When you think negativity about yourself try changing it to I can do It or i am capable of learning.  . Practice Self-Compassion: Treat yourself with the same kindness you would offer a friend. Love yourself more, acknowledge that mistakes are part of growth rather than a sign of failure. Take note you are not a failure. . Stop Comparing Yourself to Others: Don’t  compare yourself to people they also have their own struggles, focus on your own progress. . Visualize Success: Try imaging  yourself succeeding in challenging situations. This  behavior will help boost your confidence.    2. Take Concrete Action . Set clear goals: Create s...

The Nigerian Civil War, a defining event in the nation's history, erupted in 1967 and lasted until 1970. The roots of the conflict lay in a complex mix of ethnic, religious, and political rivalries that had been brewing since Nigeria's independence in 1960. The country was, and still is, a diverse nation, with numerous ethnic groups, the most prominent being the Hausa-Fulani in the north, the Yoruba in the southwest, and the Igbo in the southeast. These groups had different cultural backgrounds, economic interests, and political aspirations, which often led to tensions and conflicts. The war began after the Eastern Region, largely inhabited by the Igbo people, declared its secession from Nigeria, forming the Republic of Biafra. This declaration was a response to a series of events, including a military coup and counter-coup, which led to the massacre of thousands of Igbo people living in the north. The leader of Biafra, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, argued that the I...

Russia–Ukraine War (2022–present) Ukraine refugee crisis (2022–present) Western economic sanctions on Russia (2022–present) Global energy crisis triggered by the Ukraine war (2022) US–China strategic rivalry (2022–present) NATO expansion to Finland and Sweden (2023–2024) Israel–Hamas / Gaza war (2023–present) War in Sudan (2023–present) ICC arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin (2023) BRICS expansion (2023) China-brokered Saudi–Iran diplomatic rapprochement (2023) ECOWAS response to the Niger military coup (2023) Wave of military coups in West and Central Africa (2022–2023) Withdrawal of French military forces from the Sahel (2022–2023) Global climate “loss and damage” fund agreement (2022–present) Pakistan climate-induced floods (2022) Debt distress and restructuring in developing countries (2022–present) De-dollarisation debates in global trade and finance (2022–present) Cyber warfare in the Russia–Ukraine conflict (2022–present) Use of artificial intelligence in warfare and ...

The Faculty of Administration at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) took a significant step in promoting intellectual discussion by hosting its inaugural Distinguished Personality Lecture, themed "Export-Led Economic Growth". Dr. Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, delivered a thought-provoking keynote address, emphasizing the need for Nigeria to shift from relying on raw material exports to driving growth through innovation. Dr. Adedeji highlighted Nigeria's stagnant export performance, noting the country's failure to diversify its economy and produce complex goods. He stressed that ideas-driven growth, leveraging innovation and technological advancements, is crucial for sustainable economic prosperity. He cited examples of countries that have successfully transformed their economies through innovation and urged Nigeria to follow suit. The lecture drew a diverse audience, including academics, administrat...

‎After the notification, the Students Representative Council held its sitting at classroom C, Admin Extension building . The sitting began around 11:00 am on the 30th January, 2026 with the opening prayer , followed by the reading of the last minute by the Deputy Speaker, Honorable Michael, as the Clerk seems to be unavailable at the moment. The minute was then adopted by the honorables with the motion moved by Honorable Nifemi and seconded by Honorable Favor.   ‎Swearing in of the newly elected *honorable Esther* from part 1 as well as in-house election to elect a new chief whip. Honorable Solomon went unopposed and he was elected as the chief whip. Following that was the ratification of judicial council which was later put on hold due to certain reasons. ‎In the middle of ratification,the Speaker ordered all the Executives to step out of the room in order to bring in the already requested correspondence, which they've failed to do. In the light of th...

STUDENT-LECTURER FORUM REPORT Department of International Relations Event Overview Event: Student-Lecturer Forum Date: Jan 27th 2026 Time: 2:00 PM Venue: Public Administration Postgraduate Classroom, Faculty of Administration Building Organizing Department: Department of International Relations Event Coordination The forum was professionally anchored by: Miss Ramat Taiwo – Assistant Editor-in-Chief, DSNA Eniola – Public Relations Officer, Department of International Relations Attendance The forum recorded strong participation from both academic staff and students, including: Faculty Members Present: Head of Department (HOD) Dr Olu Adekola Dr. Akinyemi Omolara Dr. Sunday Omotuyi Dr. Wale Dr. Ibukun Student Representatives : Akinpelu Samuel (President) Iyanuoluwa Owolabi (Vice President) General student body of the department Programme Highlights Welcome Address and Keynote Advice (HOD) The Head of Department welcomed students and delivered valuable guidance focusing on acade...