- A UNILAG first-class graduate went viral after performing Cristiano Ronaldo’s “Sui” celebration immediately after receiving his certificate at the university’s 56th convocation.
- The moment sparked mixed reactions online, with some celebrating his joy and others highlighting the challenges of job hunting in Nigeria.
A viral video has captured the moment a University of Lagos (UNILAG) first-class graduate celebrated his academic achievement by recreating football star Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic “Sui” celebration during his convocation ceremony.
UNILAG held its 56th convocation ceremony on Tuesday, January 20, 2025, where a total of 5,665 students were awarded various degrees and diplomas.
In the trending clip, the young graduate—fully dressed in his academic gown—was seen receiving his certificate from the Vice-Chancellor. Moments later, he dashed across the aisle to gather momentum before jumping and striking Ronaldo’s famous “Sui” pose, drawing excitement and reactions both at the venue and online.
The celebration quickly sparked mixed reactions on social media. While some applauded his confidence and joy, others expressed concern about the realities awaiting graduates in Nigeria’s challenging job market.
Reacting to the video, @flexy_akin
Why do some people on the cs feel that everyone will be jobless….
Some are not jobless oo..
Especially those unilag boys, some already have jobs as students
@xoesedd
You can tell he is happy child, probably a very lively character in class😂. Congratulations to him
@Danjay_P7 said: “My honest prayer is that he finds joy in job hunting — because that’s where reality hits hard. That’s where hope gets bruised, expectations get battered, and excuses die.
Welcome to Nigeria, where theory ends and survival begins. I wish him luck”
@TinoLoves2Code stated: “Nigeria that kills dreams..I pray he has good people around him who would support him to go far..
A friend of mine finished from oou with first class from the Dept of electrical engineering, bro was promised a lecturing job and masters sponsorship,he hoped for years they kept”
@imariabe_jnr wrote: “I love the excitement and joy he expressed!
I pray life favours him thereafter”
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