UI First-Class Graduate Makes Public Appeal to Oyo Governor for NYSC Placement
In a notable social media appeal, Wasiu Ajibola Faadulilahi, a first-class honours graduate from the University of Ibadan, has directly reached out to Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, seeking assistance with his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) placement. The young man, who studied electrical and electronics engineering at Nigeria's premier university, utilized the platform X to capture the governor's attention, highlighting his academic excellence and local roots.
Details of the Appeal and Academic Background
Wasiu, an indigene of Ibadan, tagged Governor Makinde's verified account in a tweet on March 3, 2026, and retweeted a previous post where he expressed his desire for an NYSC placement in sectors such as oil and gas, energy, or automation. In his message, he humbly requested an opportunity to serve under the governor, aiming to contribute to the development of Oyo State. To bolster his appeal, he attached photographs of his academic awards, including a Dean's Honours Award for the 2024/2025 session, where he achieved a grade point average (GPA) of 3.87 on a 4.0 scale.
The tweet read: "Wasiu Ajibola Faadulilahi | Ibadan indigene | First Class graduate, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, University of Ibadan. I humbly seek an NYSC placement opportunity under Gov. @seyimakinde to serve and contribute to Oyo State’s development. Kindly amplify @Oyoaffairs." At the time of reporting, Governor Makinde had not publicly responded to the appeal, leaving the outcome uncertain.
Context and Related Stories
This appeal comes amid broader discussions on youth employment and educational achievements in Nigeria. In a related development, a Nigerian governor recently awarded significant financial rewards to the best graduating students of a polytechnic, underscoring the importance of academic excellence. Additionally, another graduate from Ahmadu Bello University penned an emotional letter to President Bola Tinubu, detailing personal hardships and seeking job opportunities, which has sparked public reactions and highlighted the challenges faced by many young Nigerians post-graduation.
The appeal by Wasiu Ajibola Faadulilahi reflects a growing trend of graduates using social media to seek opportunities from public officials, emphasizing the intersection of education, technology, and governance in addressing youth unemployment and fostering state development.
