The Delta State Government has ordered the School of Nursing, Agbor, to withdraw a query issued to a student over a viral video of a welcome song for First Lady Oluremi Tinubu. Commissioner for Health, Joseph Onojaeme, confirmed the directive, stating that no student should be victimized.
The Delta State Government has intervened in a controversy involving the School of Nursing, Agbor, after a student was issued a query for recording and sharing a video of her colleagues singing a welcome song for Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu.
The video, which sparked mixed reactions online, led to disciplinary action against the student, prompting widespread criticism on social media. Many Nigerians condemned the school’s decision, calling it an attempt to suppress free expression.
Following the backlash, the Delta State Commissioner for Health, Joseph Onojaeme, announced in a video statement that he had directed the school authorities to withdraw the letter. He emphasized that the government does not intend to victimize students for their actions.
"I have instructed the provost to withdraw the letter of query. We do not want to victimize any student," Onojaeme stated. He also confirmed that he had spoken directly to the student involved, who acknowledged that the letter was officially withdrawn the previous night.
The incident has reignited discussions about freedom of speech and the role of educational institutions in regulating student behavior. Many online commentators praised the swift government intervention, while others criticized the initial decision to punish the student.
Social media users have since continued to debate the matter, with some suggesting that the controversy might bring unexpected opportunities for the student involved.
