The Delta State government has directed the Delta State College of Nursing Sciences to withdraw the query issued to Osato Edobor, a student of the institution, over a video she posted about the visit of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, to the state.
Edobor’s video captured moments from the First Lady’s visit, allegedly showing students humiliating her during the event. Following the post, the college issued a disciplinary query, accusing the student of disrespecting Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and violating institutional rules. However, the state government has now intervened, instructing the provost to rescind the action.
Addressing the controversy, Delta State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, assured the public that no student was being victimized.
“On the trending query issued to the student of the School of Nursing, Agbor, I have instructed the provost to withdraw the letter. We don’t want to victimize any of the students,” Onojaeme stated in a 33-second video. “I’ve also reached out to the student in question, and she confirmed to me that the letter was withdrawn last night.”
Meanwhile, the Delta State Government, in a statement posted on its official X handle, reaffirmed its commitment to upholding students’ rights and ensuring a conducive learning environment.
Earlier, reports had emerged that Edobor was asked to record a video thanking Governor Oborevwori for intervening in her case. The initial query letter, signed by the college provost, Mrs. Evbodaghe Rita Ogonne, accused Edobor of engaging in a “malicious act” by recording and posting a video during Tinubu’s arrival. It cited the Student Handbook’s disciplinary provisions and warned of potential consequences if she failed to explain her actions within 24 hours.
A viral video circulating on social media showed nursing students rejecting the First Lady as their “mother” during her visit. When the event’s MC introduced Tinubu with the phrase “Na our mama be this” (This is our mother), the students responded in unison, “Na your mama be this” (This is your mother), signaling their disapproval.
