German Language School Offers N1 Million to Viral UI Graduate After Resignation
In a remarkable display of corporate responsibility, the German Language School has offered a compensation package of one million naira to Oluwaseyifunmi, the University of Ibadan German graduate whose viral resignation captured national attention. This gesture comes shortly after the graduate announced her decision to sever ties with the institution following a brief thirteen-day employment period.
School's Statement Acknowledges Professionalism and Integrity
The German Language School made this announcement through an official statement released on the social media platform X on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The statement, issued by team leader Amani Bonheur, expressed genuine appreciation for Oluwaseyifunmi's handling of the situation with what they described as exceptional integrity and professionalism.
According to the detailed communication, the school commended the young graduate for the outstanding work she accomplished during her brief tenure, particularly highlighting her commitment to quality and her dedication to protecting the trust of her followers and audience. The institution expressed deep respect for her ethical approach throughout the collaboration.
Apology and Explanation for Technical Difficulties
The school offered a sincere apology for the disappointing trial session that ultimately prompted Oluwaseyifunmi's resignation. They explained that the assigned teacher was new to the position and unfortunately unfamiliar with the online equipment and setup, resulting in what they acknowledged was a disorganized and subpar experience that fell below their usual standards.
This technical difficulty, the school emphasized, was entirely their responsibility and not a reflection of the graduate's judgment or the value she brought to the position. They took full ownership of the operational failure that led to the unsatisfactory experience.
Compensation Offered as Goodwill Gesture
The one million naira compensation was presented as acknowledgment of several factors:
- Oluwaseyifunmi's good work during her brief employment
- Her trust in choosing to collaborate with the institution
- The inconvenience caused by the situation
- The potential impact on her credibility
The school explicitly stated that the compensation comes with no strings attached and represents their commitment to making things right to the best of their ability. They concluded their statement by wishing the graduate continued success in her journey as a polyglot, virtual assistant, and content creator.
Nigerian Social Media Reacts to Unusual Corporate Response
The German Language School's response has generated significant reactions across Nigerian social media platforms, with many users expressing surprise at the institution's approach. Numerous commentators noted that they expected a more confrontational response typical of some corporate interactions in Nigeria.
One social media user commented: "As a Nigerian, I was expecting a counterclaim from you so I could drag the living hell out of you, but you disappointed me by acknowledging your mistake, taking responsibility, and even offering compensation." This sentiment was echoed by several others who praised the school for its mature handling of the situation.
Another user remarked: "I'm not surprised at how this has been handled, even offered compensation and admitted the fault was from your end without trying to double down. Nigerian Brands should learn from this." The overall consensus among commentators was that this represented a positive departure from typical corporate responses to public resignations or criticisms.
Background of the Viral Graduate
Oluwaseyifunmi first gained widespread attention on January 23 when she shared her achievement of earning a bachelor's degree in German from the University of Ibadan. Her celebratory tweet went viral, accumulating 7.9 million views, 22,000 likes, over 2,000 retweets, and more than a thousand congratulatory comments.
This viral success caught the attention of the German Language School, which initially offered her employment—a development that was widely celebrated as a positive outcome of social media visibility for Nigerian graduates. The recent developments represent an unexpected turn in what began as a feel-good story of academic achievement leading to employment opportunity.
The situation continues to develop as observers await Oluwaseyifunmi's response to the compensation offer and her future plans following this unusual corporate interaction that has captured the imagination of many Nigerians following career development stories.
