Mixed Reactions as University Staff Cut Off Students’ Braids in Viral Video

A trending video showing university staff cutting off the braids of female students has sparked widespread debate on social media. The incident reportedly occurred during examination week at an undisclosed university.
The footage, which has since gone viral, captures university officials wielding scissors and trimming the long braids of some female students. The exact reason behind this disciplinary action remains unclear. However, speculation is rife that the university may have regulations against wearing long braids during exams.
While some netizens have condemned the action as humiliating and a violation of students’ rights, others have defended it, arguing that students should adhere to institutional rules, including dress codes, if such regulations exist.
A user on social media wrote, “This is dehumanizing. Hair does not affect academic performance; they deserve an apology.” Conversely, another user commented, “Rules are rules. If the school has policies against long braids, students should comply.”
The incident has reignited discussions about personal freedom, institutional discipline, and the balance between maintaining school standards and respecting individual rights.
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Educational stakeholders and human rights advocates are yet to comment on the matter, but the video continues to fuel debates online. Many are calling for a clear statement from the university to explain its stance on the issue and ensure that students’ dignity is protected in future interactions.
This event underscores the need for educational institutions to communicate their regulations clearly while respecting the personal choices of students.
Netizens reaction to the video:
capry_sunn remarked: “Still hard to understand what long hair can do to your education sha 😂😭when you nor dey enter lab”
deevee_dolly stated: “Just women hatingg on the younger ladies…. That’s all”
helmaqueen1 wrote: “If my natural hair was that long,will they still cut it?😂”
chinekeboytv remarked: “For inside UNIVERSITY??? Na Mumu the worry them…
All my lecturers respected me during my school days. no be bcos I the open eye but they knew my eyes are opened more than the other ones.. so dem the regard me Mek I no talk say dem the fear me. We really came to learn… take ur eyes off me.. I will behave as ur student.. U too behave as my lecturer 🔥🔥”
princess_starrrrrrrrrr stated: “Na reverend sister exam Dey wan take?
Why cutting their braids?”
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