By Hadiza Abdulkadir
A postgraduate class at Bayero University faced an unexpected turnout issue during a recent lecture on social media’s role in popular culture.
Professor Abdalla Uba Adamu, from the Faculty of Communication, scheduled his M.Sc. Popular Culture lecture for 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 24, 2025. However, when he arrived, he was met with an empty classroom.
In a candid post on his Facebook page, Professor Adamu described the situation, expressing disappointment at the absence of his students, many of whom are mature individuals committed to their education.
“I will wait one more hour, all by myself,” he wrote, revealing the gravity of the situation as he sat alone in the lecture hall.
The incident raises concerns about student engagement and commitment in higher education, particularly among postgraduate students who are expected to take their studies seriously.
Professor Adamu’s experience reflects a growing trend of attendance issues in classrooms, prompting discussions among his social media followers about students’ attitudes to learning in Nigerian universities.
As the academic community reacts to this situation, it remains to be seen how institutions will address these challenges in the future.