First-Class Engineering Graduate Appeals for Employment Opportunities Online After NYSC
A first-class graduate of electrical and electronics engineering has taken to social media to publicly request job opportunities following the completion of his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program. Oluwafemi Paul, who graduated from the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) with an impressive cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.64, shared his academic achievements and convocation pictures on his X page, @AdediranPaul6, in a bid to secure employment.
Graduate's Public Plea for Assistance in Job Search
In his post, Oluwafemi Paul stated, "I graduated with a First Class Honors in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. I am actively looking for a job after completing my NYSC in 2025. Please assist me." This heartfelt appeal quickly went viral, attracting a mix of supportive and critical reactions from online users. The post highlights the ongoing challenges faced by many Nigerian graduates in securing employment despite academic excellence.
Mixed Reactions and Advice from Social Media Users
The graduate's plea sparked a flurry of responses, with many offering practical advice and others sharing observations on the job market. User @blvck_oyin suggested checking recent job applications on LinkedIn, specifically mentioning IKEDC GT. @Bioyung recommended adding tech skills to enhance employability abroad, sharing a personal success story. @imole_stephen advised learning a digital skill while waiting for job opportunities, while @heyboonsuccess encouraged posting on LinkedIn and exploring international scholarships and jobs.
Some reactions took a more critical or motivational tone. @AboladeSam027 urged the graduate to connect with scholarship opportunities and consider leaving Nigeria due to economic challenges. @enyolar provided extensive guidance, emphasizing the importance of showcasing skills rather than pleading for help, and recommended following scholarship accounts and applying for further education opportunities. @AzeezOpeQuadri suggested a proactive approach by directly contacting companies in his field, even without advertised vacancies, to demonstrate audacity and initiative.
Broader Context of Graduate Unemployment in Nigeria
This incident is not isolated, as it reflects a larger trend of unemployment among Nigerian graduates. In related stories, the best graduating student from the University of Lagos (UNILAG) shared experiences of rejection, and another graduate staged a protest over joblessness. Additionally, the best graduating student from Lagos State University (LASU) recently discussed her admission struggles and future aspirations in an interview, underscoring the systemic issues in education and employment sectors.
The viral post by Oluwafemi Paul has ignited conversations about the effectiveness of Nigeria's educational system in preparing graduates for the workforce and the need for more robust job creation initiatives. As graduates continue to face hurdles in securing employment, such public appeals highlight the urgent call for solutions to address unemployment and underemployment in the country.
