An Affront to Dignity? Nigerian Students Push Back Against UNIMAID Renaming.

An Affront to Dignity? Nigerian Students Push Back Against UNIMAID Renaming.

The Nigerian World

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Nigerians on social media are expressing outrage over the renaming of the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) after the late President Muhammadu Buhari.

Announced by President Bola Tinubu during a Federal Executive Council session, the move was intended to honor Buhari’s legacy in education and national development.

However, critics argue that Buhari’s military background and controversial presidency make the renaming inappropriate.

Some users have labeled him a “warlord,” pointing to his role in past crackdowns and prolonged university strikes during his tenure.

Supporters claim the gesture recognizes Buhari’s investment in rebuilding the North-East and promoting human capital.

Yet, many students and alumni feel blindsided calling the renaming an affront to their hard work and academic identity.

The debate continues to trend across platforms like X, with Nigerian students using their social media presence to protest the decision and demand wider consultation.