Nigerian Graduates: Has Your Degree Improved Your Life After School?

I want us to have an honest and respectful conversation about life after graduation in Nigeria. Beyond the usual saying that education is the key, what gives an unemployed graduate hope when applications bring no response, family expectations keep growing, and debts are piling up? Many graduates study one course but end up working in an entirely different field. Some return from NYSC to months or years of job hunting, while people who chose trades or apprenticeships earlier may already be financially settled. This does not make education useless, but it raises serious questions about whether our schools prepare people for the realities of work and entrepreneurship. It is painful that many graduates still need to raise capital to start roadside businesses or learn a trade after spending years and significant money on tertiary education. We also need to demand competent leadership instead of voting mainly along ethnic, religious, or party lines. I believe prospective students should consider employable courses, practical skills, and business opportunities before committing years to a degree. For those who have secured jobs, please be grateful. Many qualified graduates are still struggling to find their footing.

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