LAUTECH Graduate With 2:1 Degree Shares Low Salary Offer After Prolonged Job Hunt
A graduate from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) has captured widespread attention on social media after posting details of a salary offer he received following an extensive job search. The individual, who completed his degree with a Second Class Upper (2:1) in Agriculture, expressed disappointment over the compensation offered for an administrative role in Ibadan.
Graduate's Viral Post Highlights Employment Struggles
In a post dated October 12, 2025, the graduate, identified as Babatunde David Olatunji, introduced himself as a B. Tech holder in Agricultural Economics from LAUTECH. He mentioned his recent completion of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and his need for employment, stating his willingness to work in Lagos, Ibadan, or Osun State. He highlighted his skills in farm management, consulting, and accounting, seeking opportunities in his field.
Months later, he updated his social media followers with news of a job offer, but the salary amount left him disheartened. He shared a screenshot of the offer, which was sent via WhatsApp and included a specific monetary figure that many found surprisingly low for a graduate with his qualifications.
Social Media Reactions to the Salary Offer
The post quickly went viral, attracting numerous comments from users who shared their perspectives on the job market and salary expectations in Nigeria. Some reactions included:
- @MRBabaKEN pointed out the informal nature of the offer, noting the use of a hash sign instead of the naira symbol.
- @Almustapabashir criticized capitalist practices, linking low wages to potential corruption due to unmet basic needs.
- @Whyteepaperguy shared a personal story of starting with a low-paying job but eventually earning significantly more through skill development.
- @TheOluPeters commented on the commonality of low salaries in Ibadan, suggesting it is a cultural norm in the region.
- @Kore_i9 questioned the professionalism of the interview process that led to a WhatsApp-based offer.
- @OnePuckett noted that 80,000 naira might be considered reasonable compared to other graduate salaries, such as 35,000 naira for hotel receptionists with deductions.
- @iamakin27 emphasized the importance of practical experience over academic achievements in the job market.
Broader Context of Graduate Employment in Nigeria
This incident sheds light on the broader challenges faced by Nigerian graduates in securing well-paying jobs. It echoes similar stories, such as a recent report where a Nigerian man shared the entry-level salary for a BSc holder at a major oil company, detailing annual basic salary and allowances. Additionally, another individual highlighted earning over 100,000 naira from X's monetization program in two weeks, surpassing his first monthly salary of 70,000 naira.
The viral post by the LAUTECH graduate underscores ongoing issues in the employment sector, including low wage offers and the competitive nature of the job market, prompting discussions about the value of education and experience in today's economy.
