Reactions have sparked a lively discussion following the audacious action of a 100-level Nigerian student who fearlessly decided to correct his lecturer during a class session. The incident gained attention after a Twitter user with the handle @Ebuksoficial shared a photo capturing the moment. The photo, which has been widely circulated online, depicts the fresher, who is currently in his first year of studies, standing in front of the board while showing something to the lecturer, who stood aside observing him.
The incident has caused a buzz on social media, as it is commonly understood in universities that students should refrain from correcting their lecturers in class. However, this bold act of the 100-level student has challenged that convention. The photo posted by @Ebuksoficial quickly gained traction, with users sharing their thoughts and opinions on the matter.
One Twitter user, @AdeoluTweets, reacted humorously, saying, "He'll know how far after the first semester. 😂😂😂" Another user, @Toluwanimi3092, commented skeptically, "He don fail that course already." Meanwhile, @baabahanif jokingly predicted, "Fresh go spend 8 years for school 😂😂😂😂," implying that the student's boldness might lead to prolonged academic pursuits.
However, not all reactions were dismissive of the student's actions. @Asotruth_07 pointed out, "You just said he is correcting the lecturer. It means the lecturer might have made a mistake somewhere he took note of. Lecturers are not gods; they are allowed to make mistakes." This perspective highlights the importance of open dialogue and the recognition that even lecturers can err.
Offering a different perspective, @enkay_jakes advised, "Leave am oh, Na him score highest for WAEC and JAMB oh 😂," suggesting that the student's exceptional performance in previous examinations may have contributed to his confidence. Echoing this sentiment, @Glow_babyy wrote, "E sure me die, na all these people wey score higher in POST UTME and JAMB 😂😂😂."
The incident serves as a reminder of the diverse reactions and opinions generated by such occurrences. While some view the student's action as audacious and potentially detrimental to his academic progress, others applaud his willingness to engage in critical thinking and challenge conventional norms. As the story continues to circulate online, it provides an opportunity for reflection on the dynamics of student-lecturer interactions within educational institutions.
See the post below:
Omo…dis fresher de correct lecturer 😂 pic.twitter.com/loepfUKifv
— Chukwuebuka—Big Name👑 (@Ebuksoficial) July 12, 2023