A Nigerian lady has stirred reactions online after expressing disappointment over the course she studied at university, describing it as one of the biggest regrets of her life.
The woman, identified on TikTok as @aunty.tonia3, said she studied Library and Information Science and believes the decision cost her four years without delivering the opportunities she expected.
In a video shared on social media, she claimed she began questioning the value of the programme while still in school.
According to her, one of the signs she overlooked was repeatedly hearing that graduates of the course could “work anywhere” after graduation.
She also argued that many of her classmates did not originally choose the programme but ended up in the department through admission processes.
Reflecting on her experience, she said studying the course remains one of her greatest educational regrets.
The video carried the caption:
“They told us university was the key to success, but they forgot to mention that some degrees don’t even fit the lock. Studying Library and Information Science is officially my biggest regret in this Nigerian economy.”
Her comments triggered mixed reactions online.
While some users agreed that graduates often struggle to find opportunities in certain fields, others pushed back strongly against the suggestion that the course lacks value.
Several commenters argued that career outcomes depend more on skill development, networking, adaptability and individual career choices than on the course title itself.
One user said the degree opened doors into the oil and gas sector, while another claimed it helped secure a fully funded scholarship abroad.
Others pointed out that Library and Information Science extends beyond traditional library work and includes areas such as information management, records administration, digital systems, data organisation and education.
The discussion has since evolved into a broader conversation about employability, career expectations and the realities facing graduates in Nigeria’s current labour market.
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