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The camp has come to an end. The tents are folded, the noise has faded, and friends have returned to their various homes. Yet one important question lingers in our hearts: will our connection with Allah end the same way the camp has ended? Islam teaches us that worship (ʿibādah) is not seasonal, nor is it confined to specific places or moments. Fathi Yakan, in his book What Does It Mean to Be a Muslim?, explains that ʿibādah in Islam is total submission to Allah, rooted in constant consciousness of His greatness. It is a living bond between the Creator and His servants, a bond that also shapes how we relate with one another. Allah makes this purpose clear in the Qur’an: “And I did not create the jinn and mankind except to worship Me.” (Qur’an 51:56). This verse settles the matter completely, ʿibādah is our life’s mission, not a temporary camp experience. As youths, we must understand that every moment of our lives carries weight. Shaykh Dhikrullahi Shafi‘i reminded us beaut...

The news of the passing of Professor AbdGafar Siyan Oyefeso, Council Chairman and Pro-Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has left an unmistakable void in Nigeria’s academic and moral landscape. Some departures shake a community; his departure shakes a nation. Prof. Oyefeso was not just a scholar. He was a standard-bearer of integrity, a man who believed that knowledge without courage is mere decoration. In every institution he touched, he became the rare voice that insisted that things must be done the right way not the convenient way, not the political way, but the principled way.  A Life Marked by Uncompromising Courage Many people claim to be honest until honesty becomes costly. But Prof. Oyefeso represented that rare breed of public servant who would rather offend the powerful than betray the truth. His leadership at Obafemi Awolowo University was defined by: Courage without fear Fairness without favour Decisions anchored on justice A dee...

In my opinion, marital life—whether before, during, or after marriage—is a reflection of the kind of heart you have and how deeply you connect with Allah. Beyond that, it also depends on whether you pass through life’s proper stages, or “right of passage,” which is compulsory for all of mankind, whether we like it or not. By “right of passage,” I mean the stages in life that everyone must go through. It is important to seek guidance from those who have knowledge and experience in these stages if one wishes to live a meaningful life. I have learned much from my colleagues, mentors, parents, lecturers, and scholars. I have heard and seen many lessons about marital life. Although I am yet to marry, I have gained valuable insights from these sources. A smooth marital life requires pure intentions, understanding, and comprehensive knowledge. Happiness in marriage comes when both spouses are aligned in purpose and understanding. Conversely, marital life becomes difficult when the...

Introduction In an era where global job markets are increasingly driven by demonstrable skills rather than academic qualifications, the traditional paper-based degree certificate is gradually losing its dominance. In Nigeria, a nation where university degrees have long been regarded as the ultimate passport to success, the emerging global demand for skill-based training poses an existential threat to the value of these certificates. How long can Nigeria continue to rely on paper credentials in a rapidly evolving world that values what one can do over what one claims to know? The Changing Nature of Global Employment Across the globe, employers are shifting their focus from academic qualifications to verifiable competencies. Companies like Google, IBM, and Apple have publicly de-emphasized college degrees in their recruitment strategies. Instead, they prioritize portfolios, project experience, and certifications from non-traditional platforms. The rise of platforms like Coursera, Udemy, ...