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FOSTERING SOCIAL CHANGE IN NIGERIA THROUGH KARL POPPER’S THEORY OF CRITICAL THINKING

By: Ngozi Chinedu Okafor
Published: June 13, 2025
In an era marked by rapid global change, critical thinking is recognized as the driving force behind societal transformation, fostering both innovation and effective governance. This study delves into the enduring relevance of Karl Popper’s critical rationalism, particularly his advocacy for open societies and his challenge to dogmatic thinking. Focusing...

REDUCING SOCIAL MEDIA ADDICTION THROUGH COGNITIVE INTERVENTIONS: A STUDY OF MINDFULNESS AND SOCIAL LEARNING IN SOKOTO STATE COLLEGES

By: Olumide Adedayo Akinwale
Published: June 13, 2025
This study investigated the comparative effectiveness of mindfulness therapy and social learning therapy in addressing social media addiction among students in tertiary institutions in Sokoto State, Nigeria. Recognizing the growing prevalence of addictive social media behavior and its impact on academic performance and mental health, the study adopted a quasi-experimental...

PREVENTING MATERNAL MORTALITY IN NIGERIA: THE ESSENTIAL ROLE OF HEALTH EDUCATION

By: Adebisi Folake Omolara, Ibrahim Tunde Salako
Published: June 13, 2025
In Nigeria, religion permeates every facet of life, including perceptions and practices surrounding pregnancy and childbirth. Many pregnant women combine conventional maternal healthcare with faith-based practices, especially faith healing, to address perceived spiritual threats to safe delivery. This study explores the intersection between misapplied faith healing practices and maternal mortality...