A wave of discontent has surged among medical students in a Nigerian school as they voice their anger and frustration over a recently implemented undertaking policy that has left them facing an uncertain educational future.
The outcry originated from a medical student identified as @Poeticmedic1, who took to Twitter to shed light on the controversial policy. According to the student, the policy was abruptly introduced on the day of their exams, compelling students to sign an agreement stating that there is no available space in the 400 level of their academic program.
This unprecedented move forces students to switch to another department, complete their studies there, and then hope for an opportunity to return to their desired field. The uncertainty surrounding their future prospects has left these students feeling betrayed and disheartened by their own institution.
In a passionate tweet, [@Poeticmedic1] likened the undertaking policy to cult-like practices, expressing disbelief that the educational institution would subject its students to such treatment. The tweet reads, "Forcing students to sign an undertaking like this on the day of their exam is madness. Even cults don't operate like this. You're asking people who have already spent 5 years in the school to sign away their futures, and every opportunity to get justice?"
The student went on to criticize the school for its treatment of the students, questioning the institution's shameless approach and emphasizing that these students have already paid their fees and fulfilled financial obligations.
Reactions on social media poured in, with users expressing solidarity with the affected students and condemning the institution for what they perceive as unjust and unreasonable actions. Some users shared similar experiences in other institutions, highlighting a broader issue within the Nigerian educational system.
[/p]@timothy_ehigie offered support, saying, "Make una nor gree…. we go even join una for this." @DebbieTiyan and @vaahlll also shared their thoughts, highlighting similar challenges faced in other institutions.
[/p]The tweet has sparked a broader conversation about the treatment of students in Nigerian universities, with many questioning the legality and ethics of the implemented undertaking policy.
[/p]See the tweet below:
[/p]Forcing students to sign an undertaking like this on the day of their exam is madness. Even cults don't operate like this. You're asking people who have already spent 5 years in the school to sign away their futures, and every opportunity to get justice? pic.twitter.com/84zlYmeGa5
— Naz🍀🍀 (@Poeticmedic1) December 6, 2023