UNILAG Final-Year Student's Exam Paper Post Goes Viral on Social Media
A final-year Biochemistry student at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has sparked widespread reactions online after sharing a photo of her recently completed exam paper. The student, using the X handle @_yeenkah, posted the image on March 23, 2026, expressing excitement as she nears graduation with the caption "Get in joor! Quarter to graduate?" The post quickly gained traction, amassing over 10,000 views, 250 likes, and numerous comments within hours.
Details of the Forensic Biochemistry Exam Paper
The shared exam paper is for the course BCH 450: Forensic Biochemistry, a 2-unit first-semester examination from the 2025/2026 academic session in the Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Life Sciences. The paper allowed two hours for completion and required candidates to answer 4 out of 6 questions. It featured complex and advanced topics, including:
- Postmortem interval indicators
- DNA profiling and forensic DNA error sources
- The "Parkside Assault" case study
- Enzyme-based assays for body fluid differentiation
- Sample preservation in criminal cases
- FTIR spectroscopy
- DNA extraction methods
Prior to this post, the student had mentioned on X that she was about to write her last first-semester exam, highlighting her journey as a 400-level Biochemistry student at UNILAG.
Reactions from Netizens and Fellow Students
The viral post attracted a flood of comments from users, ranging from congratulations to humorous remarks and academic curiosity. Many expressed admiration for the challenging course content, while others shared their own educational experiences.
Notable comments included:
- @oladyussuf: "I will be writing my exam also next month, in the same building but different department."
- @tweets4rmtess: "Congrats on advance."
- @chizzy_frankie: "Omor is this an exam question or test??!"
- @OK0L1_0x: "Omor see question. God who send me go study civil engineering."
- @OlaBless280203: "Wow Go girl. I will be writing my last first semester exam on the 13th of April Department: Biochemistry also just in a different uni. I might retweet this then."
- @favour_peter001: "Congratulations, girlllllll. You're winning."
- @Mickyjosh_22: "Hi, congratulations in advance. I don't know if I could get past questions from you. I'm also a student of Unilag, dept of biochemistry."
- @AtereAbdul16574: "Them get forensic Bch again ?. No where wey this course no fit enter."
These reactions underscore the post's impact, resonating with students across various disciplines and universities who related to the pressures and triumphs of academic life.
Context and Broader Implications
This incident highlights the growing trend of students sharing academic milestones on social media, fostering community and discussion around education. It also brings attention to the rigorous curriculum in fields like forensic biochemistry, which combines scientific principles with practical applications in criminal justice.
In a related context, stories of students overcoming challenges in higher education, such as a University of Ibadan Microbiology graduate who persisted despite discouragement, often gain similar viral attention. Additionally, emotional narratives like a UNILAG graduate crying over her CGPA during convocation have previously captured public interest, reflecting the high stakes and personal investment in academic achievements.
The viral nature of this post demonstrates how social media platforms like X serve as spaces for celebration, support, and exchange among the student community in Nigeria and beyond.
