- Dr Tegbe thought it was just another lecture until his students began walking towards him one by one, carrying food, drinks, and household essentials
- By the time they filled his desk and topped up his fuel tank, the dedicated lecturer could barely hold back tears
- What made them do it, and why his emotional blessing is touching hearts across the internet, will leave you moved
A heartwarming video of a group of sociology students surprising their lecturer with a generous shopping haul has captured the attention of thousands online and left their teacher, Dr Tegbe, holding back tears.
In the now-viral TikTok clip, Dr Tegbe is seen standing at the front of a classroom, visibly confused as student after student walks in carrying various shopping items.
Students surprise kind lecturer
Some brought food, others drinks, and many contributed household essentials, piling them on the lecturer's desk until it was completely covered.
By the time Dr Tegbe grasped the extent of the gesture, the scene had become overwhelming — in the best way possible. To top it all off, the students also filled his car with fuel.
Moved, the emotional lecturer struggled to speak as he offered a heartfelt blessing:
“May God bless you all. You will make it in life,” he said, his voice quivering with gratitude.
Why is Dr Tegbe loved?
From how the students were excited to gift the dedicated professor in the video, his kindness and the deep impact he has on them were evident.
One of the students revealed that Dr Tegbe is widely loved and respected for his dedication to teaching.
"He always makes sure, with all his strength, that his students understand everything he is teaching," the student shared.
The video quickly gained traction, sparking an outpouring of admiration for both the students and their beloved lecturer.
Social media reactions
TikTok users flooded the comments with messages of support and praise:
@princessgrace039:
"Just be good and have a good character in all you do. God bless you, sir, and your children will be great in life."
@michaelesenyu:
"You would have surprised him when he is marking your papers — everyone would pass!"
@goodness_and_mercies:
"A man who is not scared to profess greatness that can even be beyond him is a great person. God bless you, Sir. See you all at the top. Make him proud."
@tolami_ibidunmola:
"I wish we could have done more than this for this man yesterday. He will forever be our favourite lecturer."
@bosslady:
"Oh my, he is a father. Why would they not love him? You can tell he is a good man. The only teacher I’ve seen thanking the kids after the surprise since this challenge began."
Lecturer gives students day off over sweet surprise
A viral video captured students surprising their lecturer, Dr Olagunju, with gifts during class.
The lecturer, visibly emotional, smiled as the students presented the gifts, and he later gave the class a day off.
Dazzle, one of the students, explained that the gesture was to appreciate the lecturer for his dedication throughout the semester.