A young Nigerian lady has reportedly lost her job after daring to request a salary increase from her employer.
The incident came to light through a post shared on X (formerly Twitter) by user @UnclePamilerin, who narrated the unusual story.
According to the account, the lady, a fresh graduate awaiting her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), had only been employed for four months before her dismissal.
She allegedly discovered that her boss was wealthy and decided to send him an email demanding a salary increase.
However, instead of reviewing her request or opening negotiations, the employer reportedly terminated her appointment outright, leaving her jobless.
The story has since sparked heated debates on social media, with many users divided over whether the young graduate acted too hastily or whether her boss overreacted to her request.
In his post, @UnclePamilerin wrote; “My friend in Canada hired a fresh graduate in Nigeria (awaiting NYSC) as her executive assistant.
“The job was simple: respond to emails and help schedule her day. She worked 2 hours daily and earned ₦650k monthly.
“After 4 months, she realized my friend was a “big deal.” Maybe she got bad advice, but she sent a mail asking for a salary increase.
“We ended the contract immediately. Now she’s asking if she can still keep working for the same pay. Are we wicked for saying no?”
Netizens’ reactions on X (formerly Twitter)
Agnoola S wrote: “It’s not ridiculous to ask for salary increase. A more effective method is to ask her to defend why she thinks she deserves it.
“Your opening paragraph set the tone making it sound like a “lucky job”, she’s supposed to be glad to have. “simple job”. “2hrs a day”
“Pretty sure your friend saw the value in her work and isn’t doing charity. Sacking her for asking for a salary increase is bad management. Probably because you don’t rate her.
“In another world you’d be happy a talent is asking for salary increase, and you guys can work out a solution that works for both parties, rather than them seeking it externally and leaving you desperately searching for a replacement.”
Khalid wrote; “I honestly see no wring in asking for a salary increase this is normal. Best is you decline amher request, and if she says she can’t work with the same rate, let her go. This is normal no? Btw is that position available i can do it”.
FindingSolace wrote: “Why do I feel the salary was not ₦650k? 2 hours/day × 5 days/week × 4 weeks/month = 40 hours/month. And the person was paid ₦650k per month? You guys should take it easy with the lies sha.”
Yinkaobebe wrote: “No you are not wicked. But you can give her a second chance. It has happened to me before. It’s usually bad advice. I reconsidered her and she’s turned out to be one of the most dependable people i have worked with.
“If you can giver the job back at the initial pay. In less than 1 month you will know if to keep her. She’s either going to be absolutely repentant or disgruntled.”
While some argue that employees have the right to demand fair pay, others insist that a newcomer with less than half a year in the role should have exercised patience before asking for an increment.
This incident highlights ongoing conversations around youth employment, workplace expectations, and the growing tension between young Nigerian workers and their employers.
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