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The term “traditional man” simply refers to men who are really entrenched and grounded in aged long believes of cultural ways of what a real man is perceived to be.

I see name is nothing but a means of identity, personality should matter to people, not the names they bear. Even on social media, there are many people who are not proud of using their real names, hence, they resorted to using pseudos.

In 2009, Yusuf was killed by Nigerian security forces and Abubakar Shekau became the leader of Boko Haram. Under Shekau’s leadership, Boko Haram has grown more violent and has acquired a notoriety for mass killings.

Names are very important in the life of humans – even animals and plants are not left out in the naming process. Names are useful in the identification process. It’s a major component of our identity, that’s why we reply to the question ‘Who are you?’ with a name and not our physical or educational description. Names at times is an artifact of our parents’ lives, culture, personal histories and their dreams for their child.

The difficulties faced by Africans, especially Nigerians, on their route to Europe by road through the Sahara Desert before crossing the Mediterranean sea, is terribly horrible. Many young Nigerians, mostly those who are hit by the menace of unemployment and poverty, nurtured the dream of migrating to almighty Europe thinking that arriving there will give a deadly blow to their lingering sufferings.

A typical Nigerian home with regular Nigerian parents and lifestyle in Nigeria is a whole vibe to experience. From the mornings of waking up by 4 am to get ready for school,