Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima sparked social media uproar after pledging N25m to indigent female students, advising male students to find their own school fees. In a viral video from a convocation lecture, Shettima defended his stance, stating men could "struggle and pay" their fees. Outraged Nigerian men on social media decried what they perceive as inequality, with some asserting a systemic bias against males. The incident highlights ongoing discussions about gender dynamics and resource allocation in education, prompting a broader conversation about equal opportunities for both genders in Nigeria's academic landscape
Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima sparked social media uproar after pledging N25m to indigent female students, advising male students to find their own school fees. In a viral video from a convocation lecture, Shettima defended his stance, stating men could "struggle and pay" their fees. Outraged Nigerian men on social media decried what they perceive as inequality, with some asserting a systemic bias against males. The incident highlights ongoing discussions about gender dynamics and resource allocation in education, prompting a broader conversation about equal opportunities for both genders in Nigeria's academic landscape