A viral post on X (formerly Twitter) boldly declared: “Degree no dey feed person.” Within hours, thousands of Nigerians joined the debate.
Some argued that the country’s economic reality proves it:
“I know graduates driving keke just to survive.”
“Skills >>> Degree. That’s the truth now.”
Others defended formal education:
“Don’t mislead people. Education opens doors that hustle alone cannot.”
“It’s not degree vs skills. It’s degree AND skills.”
The conversation highlights a growing tension—many young Nigerians feel shortchanged after years of schooling, while others still believe education is the strongest foundation for success.
Where do you stand? Do you think the Nigerian degree has lost its power?