Popular activist and social commentator, Reno Omokri, has sparked conversations online as he reacts to the trending news of Peller’s job interview session with multiple MSc degree holders. His reaction has drawn attention to the ongoing debate on the value of formal education versus practical life experiences.
It would be recalled that popular TikToker and streamer, Peller, had earlier announced a job opening for a cameraman position, stating boldly that applicants must possess at least a master’s degree. This unusual requirement immediately raised eyebrows and became a hot topic among internet users who questioned the relevance of such high educational qualifications for a seemingly basic role.
Despite the unusual requirement, several highly qualified individuals turned up in large numbers for the interview, which was streamed live for viewers to watch in real-time. The event generated a lot of reactions and discussions online, with many expressing surprise at the number of graduates, including those with master’s degrees, who were eager to apply for such a position.
Reno Omokri weighed in on the matter by pointing out the irony of an uneducated content creator like Peller, who did not attend a university, interviewing highly educated individuals who had spent years pursuing academic degrees. Reno used this scenario as a teaching point to share his perspective on the difference between formal education and the lessons learned from real-life experiences.
He emphasized that while going to school makes a person educated, it does not automatically guarantee success in life or wealth creation. According to Reno, life itself is a school that teaches lessons not available within the four walls of a classroom. He stressed that true growth and the ability to succeed often come from understanding and navigating life experiences rather than relying solely on academic achievements.
He said …
“Peller did not go to university, but the people applying to work for him went to university and some even have a Masters. Let’s all learn from that. What you learn from school will make you educated. But it is what you learn from life that will make you rich. Do not confuse going to school with growing through life. If you go to school, but don’t grow through life, you will grow through suffering. Don’t have this idea that school is an institution you go to. Life, itself, is a school!
#RenosNuggets”
Check out reactions …
@mrwedeofficial said: “You didn’t learn that there is no job opportunity in the country. For real is your reason why they are unemployed. I really want to know how your brain works.”
@Toxan1Q remarked: “We continually downgrade informal education in Nigeria; that’s why it seems like a big deal for an MSc holder to work for someone without a certificate. Education is education. We always think anyone who doesn’t attend a tertiary institution is an illiterate.”
@big_orla said: “That’s how life works. Some graduates still believe their certificates are 💯 sure tickets for them to get rich.”
@Fuckeverycourse said: “While Mark Zuckerberg was at Harvard, his peers focused more on the degree than practically solving world problems. He, on the other hand, did otherwise and will employ whoever brings value to his company rather than the best graduating students.”
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