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Male Lecturer Fights Dirty with Female Undergraduate in Exam Hall
A shocking scene unfolded at Niger Delta State University, Bayelsa State, when a male lecturer and a female student engaged in a violent brawl during an examination.
The incident sparked an outrage across social media.
The viral clip, which surfaced on X (formerly Twitter), showed the lecturer landing heavy punches and a headbutt on the female student after an altercation reportedly linked to exam malpractice and a seized mobile phone.
The student, refusing to yield, retaliated as stunned colleagues recorded the encounter instead of intervening.
Witnesses claimed the fight escalated after the lecturer allegedly confiscated the student’s phone during the exam.
Rather than quietly resolving the matter, the student reportedly confronted the lecturer, demanding the return of her phone.
Matters quickly spiralled out of control, ending in the now infamous fistfight.
The incident has drawn widespread condemnation, with many Nigerians calling for accountability from both parties.
@DayoOjo wrote: “Get her to switch off the phone, leave her alone, relocate every student away from her, and write a strong report. Life no suppose hard.”
@Topboi_eth added: “You already caught her cheating, so taking her phone made no sense. Sending her out of the hall was enough. If he had just returned the phone, this issue wouldn’t have escalated.”
Others argued that lecturers in Nigeria often overstep their authority.
@areghan_g said: “At least give her the phone. They have no right to seize it. Lecturers are teachers, not police officers.”
Many users stressed that, while exam malpractice was a serious offence, the lecturer crossed the line by resorting to violence.
@lhive_essence wrote: “They for give am her phone since they don already catch am.”
@OracleAyo queried the university’s preparedness: “The school no get security? Na to just call them to come bundle her out.”
@KSnetne stated firmly: “If that’s true, then the student completely crossed the line. Exam malpractice is already a serious offence, but destroying a lecturer’s property only makes matters worse. Discipline is needed, education can’t thrive in chaos.”
A large section of the public believes the student should face severe sanctions.
@WaymanBrighten wrote: “She will definitely be expelled. Exam malpractice in Nigeria is a criminal offence. The lecturer even asked her to leave but she smashed his phone. That’s disrespectful.”
Others, however, criticized both sides.
Uncle Dee’ argued: “So many people are wrong in the video — the student, the lecturer, the exam inspectors, even the person recording. Why was there no CCTV?”
Some suggested that lecturers should stop taking disciplinary matters into their own hands.
@CophoLaxxy said: “Ain’t there school securities around? For their safety, lecturers should desist from manhandling students. That’s what security officers are paid for.”
The incident has thrown the Niger Delta University into the spotlight, with many demanding swift action. Some insist the lecturer must be suspended for unprofessional conduct, while others want the student expelled for indiscipline and exam malpractice.
As one commentator, @HUCHAY_1, noted: “The phone is an exhibit for disciplinary council. She can’t collect it back. The man even tried by not giving her malpractice form immediately.”
For now, the university management has yet to release an official statement.
But Nigerians online remain divided — between those who believe the lecturer lost control and those who see the student’s actions as unforgivable.
By Eric Elezuo
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police have debunked reported assassination attempt on the life of Naval Lt MA Yerima, the soldier, who stood to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, over a disputed land.
In a statement by the FCT Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the command insisted that no such incident happened or was reported anywhere around Abuja, asking residents to ignore the reports as fake.
The statement further advised the public to ‘disregard the false information, and desist from spreading unverified claims capable of causing unnecessary panic’.
Recall that it was reported on Sunday night that Lt. Yerima escaped assassination after black hilux trucks trailed him. This reported escaped is coming on the heels of a heated altercation the Naval officer had with Wike over a parcel of land said to belong to a former Chief of Naval Staff.
The Presidency has since welded into the matter, ordering a stay on the demolition plans.
The statement in full:
The attention of the FCT Police Command has been drawn to publications circulating on social media alleging an attempted assassination on Lt. Ahmed Yerima. The Command wishes to categorically state that no such incident has been reported or recorded anywhere within the Federal Capital Territory. The public is advised to disregard this false information and desist from spreading unverified claims capable of causing unnecessary panic.
For the safety of all residents, the Command urges the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the nearest Police Division. You may also reach the Command Headquarters through our emergency lines: 08032003913 and 08068587311 for prompt response.
Nigerians were last night divided over the report that Navy Lieutenant Ahmad M. Yerima narrowly escaped an assassination attempt in Abuja, with many now questioning whether the incident happened exactly as described.
Initial reports from multiple news platforms claimed Yerima was trailed by two unmarked Hilux vans without number plates, prompting a high-speed chase and a “tactical manoeuvre” that allegedly saved his life.
The report quoted military sources who said the vehicles allegedly followed him from the NIPCO Filling Station off the Line Expressway to Gado Nasco Way at about 6:30p.m.
The source added that the matter is under investigation and is receiving “the seriousness it deserves,” noting that further details are being withheld so as not to compromise the process.
The development comes days after Yerima, while on duty with other security personnel, engaged in a tense confrontation with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike over a disputed land site in Gaduwa District. The clash, captured on viral videos, sparked widespread public debate and prompted intervention from the Presidency, which subsequently halted the demolition exercise at the site.
But as the story spreads, so do doubts. Critics argue that the details remain vague and rely heavily on Yerima’s personal account, with no confirmed CCTV footage, eyewitness statements, or official security briefings to back the claims. Some security analysts say the descriptions sound “too cinematic,” raising the possibility of misinterpretation or exaggeration.
Adding to the skepticism is the timing of the report, coming just days after Yerima’s viral confrontation with Wike over a halted demolition exercise. While social media users have tried to link both events, officials insist there is no evidence connecting Wike or any political figure to the alleged chase.
Already, military veterans nationwide have criticised Wike for verbally insulting the officer and rejected calls for disciplinary action against Yerima. Spokesman for the Coalition of Retired Veterans, Abiodun Durowaiye-Herberts, warned that ex-service members would “occupy the office and residence of the FCT Minister” if the officer faced any punishment.
Many others want clarity: Was the officer truly targeted, or is this a case of panic amplified by public emotion and online speculation? Investigators are yet to provide answers.
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Following the opening, the Chairman embarked on a tour of the golf course, delighting participants and spectators alike. He played several holes, showing his enthusiasm for the game, while also taking time to engage, encourage, and cheer on the competing golfers.
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The inaugural Adron Cup Golf Tournament marks the beginning of what promises to be a premier sporting event in the region, reflecting Adron Group’s commitment not only to excellence in real estate but also to promoting recreation, community engagement, and healthy living through sport.
The event concluded with commendations for the organizers and enthusiastic feedback from participants, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended.
