LAUTECH Graduate's Viral Social Media Appeal for Employment Assistance
A recent graduate from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology has captured national attention after making a heartfelt public appeal for employment assistance through social media platforms. The young professional, identified as Afolabi Toheeb Ajobola, holds a second-class honours degree in Agricultural Economics from the prestigious Ogbomoso-based institution.
Degree Certificate and Curriculum Vitae Shared Publicly
In a move that has resonated with many young Nigerians facing similar employment challenges, Ajobola took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his original degree certificate alongside his comprehensive curriculum vitae. The post quickly gained traction across the platform, accumulating significant engagement metrics that highlight its widespread impact.
The graduate's tweet has amassed over 157,000 views, accompanied by more than 1,000 likes, 691 retweets, and 47 comments from concerned netizens. In his accompanying message, Ajobola expressed his growing desperation, stating "I can't even hide it anymore, I'm seeking for job" – a sentiment that has struck a chord with Nigeria's youth demographic facing unemployment challenges.
Mixed Reactions and Constructive Feedback from Online Community
The viral post has generated diverse responses from social media users, ranging from emotional support to practical career advice. Many respondents expressed solidarity with the graduate's predicament, while others offered specific suggestions for improving his employment prospects.
Several commenters identified potential areas for improvement in his application materials. One user noted that his curriculum vitae appeared "a little bit outdated" and offered assistance with rewriting it. Another pointed out technical considerations, mentioning that "most companies make use of ATS softwares, and if your CV isn't ATS compliant, the software automatically disqualifies you."
Alumni of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology showed particular support for their fellow graduate. One former student appealed specifically to LAUTECH alumni, stating "if you are an alumni of LAUTECH and have what it's taken, please let's endeavour to get him a job because I know what it means to finish from a school like LAUTECH." This comment highlights the strong institutional loyalty among graduates of Nigerian universities.
Broader Context of Graduate Unemployment in Nigeria
This incident reflects a growing trend among Nigerian graduates who are turning to social media platforms as alternative job-seeking channels. The phenomenon underscores the challenging employment landscape facing young professionals despite their academic qualifications.
The Agricultural Economics graduate's public appeal follows similar patterns observed across various social media platforms, where educated Nigerians are increasingly leveraging digital networks to bypass traditional employment channels. This approach demonstrates both the creativity and desperation characterizing Nigeria's current job market for university graduates.
As the conversation continues to develop online, the LAUTECH graduate's story has sparked broader discussions about graduate unemployment, the effectiveness of traditional job search methods, and the role of social media in modern employment strategies. The incident serves as a poignant reminder of the employment challenges facing Nigeria's educated youth population and their innovative approaches to securing livelihood opportunities in a competitive market.
