OAU Student Ends Crush on Brilliant Lady After Discovering Her 4.9 CGPA
An Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) student has publicly revealed why he discontinued his crush on a brilliant lady, citing her high academic performance as a major red flag. The student, known online as Big Virg, shared his experience on social media, which has since generated a wave of mixed reactions from netizens.
Student Shares Crush's CGPA Details
In a tweet posted on March 4, Big Virg explained that he had been crushing on the lady until he saw her cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.9. He stated that this discovery led him to lose interest, as he dislikes brilliant girls. His tweet read, "Was crushing on one girl till I saw her CGPA.. She had 4.9 GPA. Big red flag l don't like brilliant girls." When challenged about the authenticity of his claim, Big Virg defended his statement, confirming he is an OAU student and adding a playful dig at Arsenal Football Club star Bukayo Saka in a follow-up tweet on March 6.
Social Media Reactions to the Story
The tweet quickly went viral, attracting numerous comments from users with diverse opinions. Some supported Big Virg's decision, while others criticized it. For instance, @AkinmoyeTaiwo1 commented, "Especially those ones more brilliant than me. Naaaa." In contrast, @dre_big51821 expressed a different view, saying, "I love brilliant girl actually at least that will be something I will proud if at all." Other users, like @chychybrd, questioned the student's self-perception, noting, "I think you are overestimating ur self she doesn’t fancy you either." The discussion highlighted broader societal attitudes towards intelligence and relationships in academic settings.
Related Incidents and Broader Context
This incident is not isolated, as similar stories have surfaced online. For example, Legit.ng previously reported a case where a Nigerian man ended a relationship due to his girlfriend's poor CGPA of 1.5, citing an inability to date someone with low grades. These narratives reflect ongoing debates about the role of academic achievement in personal relationships and the pressures faced by students in Nigerian universities. The reactions underscore a mix of humor, criticism, and support, showcasing how social media amplifies such personal anecdotes into public discourse.
