In every society, the idea could be regarded as a component of development in as much as its source could be associated with human thinking for solutions to combat problems confronting human existence. From time immemorial, it is evident in the literature that every invention and innovation that has resulted in the transformation of human lives and society is traceable to a conceived and explored the idea. The exploration and documentation of such an idea have engendered positive creativities in all spheres of life for the betterment of the human race. In other words, an undocumented idea, no matter how brilliant, can be decimated and eventually become useless. In the same manner, the ancient guild system conceived by Karl Marx in the medieval period could be regarded as one of such notable ideas in human history. Guild system is the union of craftsmen for communal assistance and fortification in furtherance of professional benefits. Also, it could be regarded as the process of training "a new generation trader" between the 11 th and 16 th centuries in Europe. The system was said to have formed a vital aspect of the economic and social fabric of the era before it was later discarded or consumed by the propensity of capitalism. Either by acculturation or academic linkages or most especially the poor economic development of Nigeria that has resulted in the high rate of unemployment and abject poverty, the practice of indigenous Igbo business mentoring has brought to bear the relevance of the ancient guild system in recent times, as a cogent solution to job creation to reduce the plague of unemployment and abject poverty confront the youth population in the Southeast Geopolitical Zone of Nigeria. The present paper intends to explore secondary data and content analysis as a methodology to examine the connection between the guild system and indigenous Igbo business mentoring and illustrates its usefulness in raising entrepreneurs. In addition to the above, it tries to discuss the possibility of developing the practice to engender, human and economic development in Nigeria

Ibn Khaldun (May 27, 1332-March 17, 1406) was the great fourteenth century Arab historian/prolific writer/author/theorist who should have been accurately referred to as the „father of social and behavioural sciences, Arts and Humanity (Savant, 2014). In-spite of his great contributions to knowledge in these areas, however, researchers and students have neglected his significant contributions to social life. While the works of American, French, British and German scholars have gained prominence among students and researchers in Nigeria, the works of Ibn Khaldun have not been greatly explored in addressing social life realities.

Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) is a global challenge that threatens the achievement of the sustainable development goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. Although CSA has received commendable research attention in the last few decades, especially in developed nations, accurate data on the prevalence of CSA along with its characteristics remain far-fetched in developing societies such as Nigeria. In fact, evidence of CSA among in-school adolescents from low-income communities in Southwest Nigeria appears inadequate. Consequently, this study intends to bridge the gap by providing preliminary findings on the prevalence of CSA among in-school adolescents in an urban slum in Ajegunle community, Ikorodu, Lagos, Nigeria. The study also explored the gender dynamics in the experiences and characteristics of CSA among the study participants. Using a survey research design, a total of 190 adolescents (M=45.3%, F=54.7%) with mean age of 16years were purposively sampled and the results indicated 43.2% (N=82) prevalence with forced view of pornographic content as the highest form of non-contact sexual abuse. Kissing and being touched against will were the most reported forms of contact sexual abuse. A deliberate nation-wide survey: community-based education, as well as policies that deter perpetrators and foster prevention and intervention are recommended if the SDGs must be achieved.

This study investigated the relationship between spirituality and academic performance among Undergraduates in a Faith-Based University in Ogun State, Nigeria in order to discover if spiritual development of students is an important part of their overall wellbeing. Through descriptive survey, 85 students were sampled using convenience sampling. Pearson Product Moment Correlation, Simple linear regression and one way ANOVA were used to test the three hypotheses drawn for the study. Findings revealed a significant positive correlation between spirituality and the academic performance of the student. The study showed variations in students’ spirituality based on their gender and academic levels. The study recommends that educational policies that accommodate the spiritual development of students in higher education should be implemented. The study also suggests that educational psychologists, counsellors and other helping professionals should be equipped with skills and techniques to explore holistic approaches to enhancing the overall experience of undergraduates.