University Dean's Unexpected Dance Moment Goes Viral
A heartwarming incident at Olabisi Onabanjo University has captured the attention of social media users across Nigeria. A female student experienced both panic and delight when her faculty dean unexpectedly joined her while she was recording a video in the school walkway.
The student, who shares content on TikTok under the handle @holar_thrift_room, was filming herself dancing along the corridor when Mr. Odunlami, the Dean of Faculty of Social Science, quietly approached her from behind.
The Surprise Encounter That Almost Made Student Faint
According to the video shared on November 12, 2025, the student initially didn't notice the dean's presence until he began dancing playfully beside her. The moment of realization triggered an immediate reaction from the student, who quickly went down on her knees to apologize, thinking she had committed an offense.
However, rather than displaying anger or reprimanding her, Mr. Odunlami continued smiling and dancing, completely diffusing the tension and turning what could have been an uncomfortable situation into a memorable, positive experience.
"Guyssss I almost faint. I almost faint today," the student captioned her viral video, perfectly capturing the mixture of shock and relief she experienced during the unexpected encounter.
Social Media Reactions to the Dean's Playful Behavior
The video quickly gained traction on TikTok, with users expressing diverse opinions about the incident. Many found the student's fearful reaction relatable, while others praised the dean for his approachable and good-natured demeanor.
One user, @THE BEST ESSENTIALS VENDOR LAG, questioned whether video recording was normally prohibited on campus premises, wondering what prompted the student's kneeling reaction.
Another comment from @Mᴜʟʟᴀ.Kᴜᴛɪ acknowledged the dean's vibrant personality while humorously noting that "he go Dey stubborn like," suggesting that despite his playful side, the dean maintains discipline.
@Uswat, who identified as a former student, confirmed the dean's reputation for maintaining standards while being a nice person, recalling that "This man is nice and disciplined e no Dey ever accept slippers or Pam during our time in his class if you're not on sandals or shoe Go home!!!!"
The positive reception highlighted how such humanizing moments between university staff and students can break barriers and create lasting positive impressions.
Contrast with Other University Incidents
This incident stands in stark contrast to another recent university situation mentioned in the original report. While Mr. Odunlami responded to a student recording with humor and understanding, Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka experienced a physical altercation between a lecturer and student over a similar TikTok video interruption.
That incident reportedly escalated into a physical confrontation, with the student allegedly biting the lecturer on the wrist and arm, prompting the university administration to launch an official investigation.
The different approaches to similar situations highlight how personality and institutional culture can significantly impact student-staff interactions in Nigerian universities.
The viral video from Olabisi Onabanjo University continues to circulate, serving as a reminder that positive, human connections can sometimes create the most memorable educational experiences beyond the classroom walls.
