PRE-MARITAL CONFLICTS IN INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS AMONG STUDENTS OF TERTIARY EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS LIVING IN GWIWA LOW-COST, SOKOTO METROPOLIS

ABSTRACT The study examine Pre-marital conflicts in intimate relationship among students of tertiary education institution living in Gwiwa-lowcostSokoto Metropolis. Six research questions guided the study. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design, with questionnaire as the major instrument for data collection. The population of the study include students of tertiary education residing in Gwiwa-lowcostSokoto Metropolis. Hundred 100 respondent were selected across 3 tertiary institutions using simple random sampling techniques. Data were analysed using percentages. Findings shows that pre-marital conflicts has effect on intimate relationship. Pre-marital conflicts in intimate relationship is controlling, abusive and aggressive behaviour that occurs between two-persons who share a passionate, romantic, and /or sexual connection beyond friendship, but are not married, nor engaged, have unresolved disagreements and end up fighting and abusing each other. Conflicts are a normal part of any relationship, and they can be an opportunity for growth and understanding. It is normal to face difficulties, and healthy communication is key to finding solutions. Part of the recommendation stated that parents should not ignore their duties in upbringing their children therefore they should spend reasonable time with their children and monitor their movement either at home or in the school to make sure their children develop good character. Also parent should be monitoring the type of peer group their children interact with or live with either at home or in the school, so that they will not make friend with indiscipline students that may lead them to illegal activities.