A Nigerian graduate went viral after humorously demanding President Tinubu appoint him as CBN Governor just ten minutes after his graduation, highlighting the frustration of youth unemployment.
In a bold and humorous appeal, a freshly graduated Nigerian has publicly urged President Bola Tinubu to appoint him as the next Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)—just ten minutes after completing his degree.
The unusual request was made in a TikTok video posted by content creator @j_perfect1, who dramatically called on the president to act fast.
“I just graduated 10 minutes ago and I never see work. I give you 24 hours—make me the CBN governor. You hear wetin I dey talk? I no wan dey follow them dey do all these things. If I no see say you write application come give me, you go see wetin I go do.”
Although he didn’t reveal what action he planned to take if his demand wasn’t met, his video quickly went viral, drawing attention across social media.
💬 Social Media Reactions
Users flooded the comment section with jokes, sarcasm, and some hard truths about life after school in Nigeria:
- Enny P: “You said 10 minutes ago.”
- Humairah: “At least go for NYSC first—serve your country before asking for appointments!”
- Joel Fundz: “You don see work? It’s been more than 48 hours 😹😂.”
- Abel Richy: “University na scam. All you go learn na English—and English no dey bring money.”
- Pillar Jnr: “I graduated 4 years ago. Been hustling as an online vendor ever since 😭.”
Despite the joke, the video reflects the harsh reality of graduate unemployment in Nigeria—a growing concern among the country’s youth.
Watch the full clip on TikTok: @j_perfect1
🎵 Soundtrack: “Original Sound – J PERFECT”
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