Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has once again stirred national conversation after sharing a striking observation about Nigeria’s job situation — and many Nigerians are calling it a painful reality check 👀💔
According to him, during a recent visit to a restaurant in Abuja, he noticed something unexpected: the staff serving him food reportedly had a first-class university degree.
His reaction was simple but powerful:
👉 “What a country!”
That statement has since gone viral, sparking renewed debate about graduate unemployment and underemployment in Nigeria.
Many Nigerians say this reflects a deeper problem — where academic excellence does not guarantee good employment opportunities.
Instead of working in their fields of study, many graduates are now found in roles far below their qualifications, just to survive.
This issue is not new, but Peter Obi’s comment has brought it back into the spotlight once again 💬
Some people agree with him, saying it highlights a failing system that is not creating enough skilled jobs.
Others argue that while the situation is unfortunate, graduates should be flexible and open to starting small while building their careers.
But at the center of the conversation is a bigger question 👇
👉 What is the real value of education in today’s Nigeria?
Because for many young people… a degree is no longer a guaranteed ticket to success 💭
I went to eat at a restaurant in Abuja, and the person who served me my food had a first class. What a country!
– Peter Obi https://t.co/vYrBAjD6Da pic.twitter.com/Bwvzu3hmqn
— Nigerian Affairs Journal (@NigAffairs) April 13, 2026
