A Nigerian mother has won praise online after surprising her son with a live goat during his university sign-out celebration.
The heartwarming moment, captured in a viral video, showed the proud mother arriving on campus with the unusual gift to mark her son’s graduation.
Wearing a beautiful traditional two-piece wrapper and matching headtie, she caught the attention of students and guests as she walked through the school holding the live goat. Her entrance quickly drew a crowd, with many cheering and recording the moment.
The most emotional part came when the graduate spotted his mother from a distance. Filled with joy, he ran towards her with his arms wide open before pulling her into a warm embrace.
The reunion brought smiles to many people at the venue, while social media users praised the mother’s thoughtful gesture and the effort she made to give her son a celebration he would always remember.
The video has continued to gain attention online, with many Nigerians describing the surprise as a special and creative way to celebrate academic success and honour a child’s achievement.
