A Nigerian lecturer has triggered widespread online discussion after revealing that a large number of his students failed a course he taught.
The video, which has since gone viral, shows the professor explaining that only 15 of the 80 students who registered for the course passed with grades between C and D, while the remaining 65 received carryovers.
“I just finished marking my students’ scripts. Out of 80 students that registered for the course, 65 had carryover, while the remaining 15 had grades between a D and a C. What should I do to the remaining 65?” he said.
The lecturer’s appeal for advice on how to handle the failing students sparked mixed reactions across social media platforms.
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Some users criticised his teaching approach, arguing that the outcome reflected inadequate instruction.
“No be wetin you teach dem they write down for you? If you had taught them well this result won’t come up,” a user, @ShadowPulse202, wrote.
Another commenter, @IamWisdomUche, urged the lecturer to reflect on his methods.
“80% of the people who fell under your tutelage, failed the course… Do some introspection, sir. It just might be you as much as it could be them,” the user said.
Others also questioned the professionalism of seeking public advice instead of academic channels.
“Coming here to ask us for advice is very very unprofessional… I find this shameful and abusive to all his students,” @Merch_hunta said.
However, some commenters suggested that the problem might extend beyond the lecturer, pointing to declining study habits among students.
“Some of you will be shocked that it may not even be his fault,” @ElishaAjiboye__ wrote, while users @Louisfire07 and @Favour_Q both lamented that students appear to read less these days.
Critics were also blunt in their assessment of the situation.
“I think you failed as a lecturer. How can over 65% of your student fail? You need to change your method of teaching,” @fwytman said.
The debate highlights growing concerns about academic performance, teaching standards, and student engagement in Nigerian universities.