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Every year, students at various levels and varying institutions sit for examinations. 

For those at the final stage of their level of education, these exams often determine whether they can progress to the next stage.

One such exam that Nigerian students take is the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), which serves as a gateway into higher institutions.

And, according to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), 78.5% of the candidates scored below 200 marks.

Why are so many students performing so poorly in their exams in Nigeria?

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AI is evolving rapidly, although some of its most powerful tools are still very new.

 
We are still trying to figure out how AI will change communication, education, politics or even our sense of what is real.

With the rise of deepfakes and AI-generated content, it is getting harder to tell fact from fiction. 

And what happens when an AI-driven system hallucinates?

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Hausa folk tales (tatsuniyoyi; sing: tatsuniya) wasn't just a form of entertainment – it was a tool for education.

The tales taught moral lessons and cultural values, warning against greed, pride, and other vices and exhorting kindness and bravery.
 
But, as the world evolves, the older generation – who are the guardians of oral tradition – are aging and few young people are interested in learning and passing down these traditions.

And with more families opting to raise their children on English, the language used in narrating tatsuniyoyi is slowly taking the back bench.

In this episode of The Bearing, we are going to listen to tales about the challenges faced by Hausa folk tales, opportunities for their revival, and their place in the life of modern day Hausa society.

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In the past, marriages seemed to last longer, even though if contract was usually entered into without prolonged courtship.

On the contrary, the wedding nowadays is preceded by a lot of expressions of love and prolonged courtship.

In this episode of The Bearing we are looking into the factors that sustained marriages of the past and the lessons those of today can learn therefrom.

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Traditionally, a typical Hausa woman does not look her husband in the eyes, let alone call him by his given name.

In many cases, even a young woman in a relationship avoids mentioning her fiancé’s name. 

However, in today's world, it is not uncommon to find women who can look their husbands straight in the eye and call them by their given names.

Join us on this episode of The Bearing as we look at the evolution of this tradition, its Impact on and benefits to society,and why it is apparently being abandoned.

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Living debt-free in Nigeria may appear like an elusive goal for many due to the country’s economic challenges.
 
Rising inflation, unemployment, fluctuating exchange rates, and the increasing cost of living have pushed many Nigerians toward borrowing. 

Whether it’s securing loans for education, medical bills, or just making ends meet, debt has become a part of daily life for most. 

But is it possible to live debt-free in Nigeria? 

Join us on this episode of The Bearing as we explore this pressing issue

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Whenever festive seasons approach in Nigeria, changes are observed in all aspects of people's lives.

One of these changes is in the price of consumer goods.

At times, the prices of such goods rise, while at other times the opposite occurs.

What is the affordability of the basic food commodities for those preparing for the Sallah festivals during this time?

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Handicrafts play an important role in boosting the economy of society. Many people, especially in this era, have increasingly realized the benefits of learning a trade for self-reliance, rather than relying on government or company jobs.

However, some artisans are suspected of not keeping their promises when it comes to their work.

These artisans include tailors, who are often accused of failing to meet deadlines, especially during festive periods.

Why do tailors fail to fulfill their promises during such times?

What should they do to avoid the accusations of broken promises?

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In Hausa communities, there are age-old traditions associated with the month of Ramadan, one of which is called “tashe”.

It is a form of dramatic entertainment that involves storytelling, singing, dancing, and acting, which begins with the onset of the second ten days of Ramadan.

Boys and girls and, sometimes, young men move from one house to another or one market stall to another, wearing costumes, playing drums or other musical instruments, and singing traditional songs.

This week's episode of The Bearing will examine this long-standing tradition, exploring its origins, history, and how its impact on Hausa society.

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In many parts of the world, women are still fighting for equal opportunity – but Nigerian women are fighting on a different level.

Whether in bustling cities or remote villages, Nigerian women have learned to carve out a niche for themselves, even as the odds are often stacked against them.

As the International Women's Day is celebrated today, we are looking into the lives of some Nigerian women who dare to be different.