A Nigerian biochemistry graduate expressed regret over becoming a pap vendor after years of studying and high tuition costs. In a TikTok video, she reflected on how she would have used the money to build a business instead of pursuing a degree. Her story sparked mixed reactions, with some viewers empathizing and others emphasizing the value of education, even in unexpected career paths.
A Nigerian woman with a degree in biochemistry has shared her disappointment at ending up as a pap vendor, despite investing years and significant money in her university education.
In a video posted on TikTok, the graduate is seen preparing her goods while reflecting on her situation. A caption in the video reads:
“If I had known I would end up as a pap vendor, I wouldn’t have wasted money studying biochemistry in school. I would have used the money to establish myself.”
The woman lamented that, had she foreseen this outcome, she would have directed her resources toward building a business rather than pursuing her degree.
The video sparked widespread reactions, with many viewers expressing their thoughts in the comments section:
Selected Reactions:
Nizzy🦅: “If I had known I’d end up selling garri, I wouldn’t have wasted time studying microbiology.”
cherish bella 23: “It’s not the same. A biopap business run by someone educated and someone uneducated will always be different. Keep it up!”
Raji Omobolanle: “Final year biochemistry student here 😳😂 ‘The heartbeat of medicine’ 😂 God help us 😅.”
Yemmy_ayanfe: “A pap vendor without education won’t do it like this. Your education wasn’t wasted.”
anthony: “Extraction of amino acids from organic seeds using fermentation and ultrafiltration—thumbs up!”
useQueenosas: “Biochemistry, my dear, is a waste of time.”
Edna Chinyere modos: “I studied political science and now I’m a shopkeeper.”
Divinefavour🥀🌸🌹: “I’m in 300-level
@mummytrevor I for use the money establish myself😫😫#fyp #mummytrevor ♬ original sound – Jhulies_cake and pastries
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