Welcome back, Technext faithful! I’m Omoleye, your ringmaster for the grand return of our Social Media Roundup, where we wade through the digital swamp to bring you the week’s juiciest trends. This is similar to the Technext Daily Roundup; in case you haven’t seen that. But the latter is a tech news roundup.
After a hiatus (blame it on the digital dust settling), we’re back, louder and prouder, every weekend. This week, the social media universe is a carnival of chaos, from Coldplay’s kiss cam catastrophe to Purp’s Nigerian Idol coronation. So, grab your virtual popcorn, strap into the rollercoaster, and let’s ride through this week’s circus!
Coldplay’s kiss cam catastrophe: A Rock ‘n’ Roll soap opera
Picture this: Coldplay’s Boston concert, a sea of swaying fans, and then bam! the kiss cam zooms in on a CEO and his HR chief hugging like it’s a rom-com audition. The result? A viral explosion that’s got social media users clutching their pearls or popping champagne. Some are screaming “corporate scandal!” while others defend it as a harmless peck.
It’s like a jukebox jamming mid-song, with the crowd throwing tomatoes and roses in equal measure. The fan who posted the video is now dodging pitchforks, defending her choice like a knight in a meme war. Coldplay, you’ve traded your piano for a reality TV script, and social media is eating it up.
Meanwhile, somehow, Acrimony came up in between and… well, you must be tired of that conversation.
The traditional Yoruba king, Awujale, is a Muslim?
The passing of Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale of Ijebuland, has turned social media into a philosophical boxing ring. His Islamic burial, staunchly defended by Islamic clerics, has sparked a respectful yet fiery debate on the intersection of monarchy and faith.
It’s like a royal parade where the drummers and muezzins can’t agree on the rhythm. Some Nigerians hail his personal conviction, while others question the optics of a traditional ruler’s final rites. This isn’t just a funeral, it’s a cultural chess match, and social media is the board where every pawn has an opinion.
#SaveDentalStudentsOfUnical takes the stage
The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has stepped into a bureaucratic quagmire. Vice Chancellor, Professor Florence Obi, confirmed that the university enrolled 60 students, far above the MDCN’s approved limit of 10 for the level 6 graduating students. The hashtag #SaveDentalStudentsOfUnical is the battle cry, with students, parents, and supporters rallying like a choir demanding an encore.
Imagine paying for a front-row seat only to be kicked out because the theatre oversold tickets. The Students’ Union Government is pitching solutions like aligning Dentistry with MBBS, but for now, this isn’t just a campus crisis; it’s a national embarrassment.
Operation Dudula’s xenophobic waltz
There is a fresh spotlight on South Africa’s Operation Dudula, the vigilante group pushing out undocumented migrants. It’s a grim waltz where one partner keeps stomping on the other’s toes, and social media is the ballroom where the music of discord blares. Some defend the group as guardians of local jobs, while others slam it as xenophobic bullying. South Africa’s unemployment woes are the backdrop, and the vigilantes have reignited a polarised debate.
NIPOST’s postal predicament pushes a 10-week snail race
Nigeria’s postal service, NIPOST, is back in the hot seat after @Bisolaaa’s viral lament about a package taking 10 weeks to crawl from Ikoyi to Ibadan.
X users are roasting NIPOST like it’s a comedy special, with suggestions ranging from carrier pigeons to train deliveries (@CiraNzube, you’re onto something!). The Postmaster-General’s last-minute save feels like a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat. It is too late to wow the crowd. This is a parade of inefficiency.
Manchester United’s 500-day wait to sign one player – Mbeumo
Manchester United fans can finally exhale as Fabrizio Romano confirmed the club’s deal for Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo after weeks of transfer torture. This is just like waiting for a bus that’s stuck in its own traffic jam, only to arrive with a shiny new passenger. Fans are torn between relief and frustration, with memes flooding X about United’s glacial transfer strategy.
“If Mbeumo no perform ehn!”
Wetin you wan do? Is the club not full of players who don’t …okay bye.
Buhari has a legacy? lega’nt he?
The death of former President Muhammadu Buhari on July 13, 2025, has turned social media into a historical amphitheatre. Tributes praise his anti-corruption crusade, while critiques highlight security lapses, each side wielding hashtags like swords. It’s like a family reunion where everyone’s got a different story about the patriarch, and no one’s backing down. From Daura’s burial to global headlines.
Maiduguri University’s naming nonsense
Talk of renaming the University of Maiduguri after Muhammadu Buhari has X users in a tizzy. Is it a heartfelt tribute or a political chess move? Some see it as honouring a son of the soil, while others call it premature pomp. It’s like renaming a library mid-book; half the readers are cheering, half are tearing out pages.
Recruitment website woes
Nigeria’s job seekers hit a brick wall this week as recruitment portals crashed under the weight of desperate applicants. It’s a digital traffic jam where everyone’s honking but no one’s moving. Social media is flooded with memes of broken keyboards and sarcastic jabs at the system, with users begging for a fix. This isn’t just a glitch, it’s a national frustration anthem.
Atiku’s PDP exodus shows the unrelenting nature of Nigerians, really
Atiku Abubakar’s exit from the PDP is a seismic shift in Nigeria’s political landscape. Social media is abuzz with speculation: Is it a strategic retreat or a party implosion? It’s like a chess master walking away from the board mid-game, leaving everyone guessing his next move. Political pundits are working overtime to decode this one.
But, we know one thing: He is part of a political ring who are working to unseat Bola Tinubu in 2027. Only Buhari has achieved such a feat.
Chelsea’s Club World Cup carnival
‘Dem no sabi play,’ but they won the UEFA Conference League (the only club that has won all UEFA competitions) and the expanded version of the FIFA Club World Cup.
That victory has turned social media into a blue-hued carnival. Fans are dancing in the digital streets, with memes and GIFs drowning out rival tears. It’s a global party where Chelsea’s flag flies high, and even neutrals can’t help but nod in respect. The noise is deafening, and X is loving every second of it.
However, we’d still call them Chelshit.
Purp is Nigerian Idol’s 10th winner!!
Purp’s crowning as Nigerian Idol Season 10 winner is the feel-good finale we all needed. From soulful performances to viral moments, Purp’s journey has social media buzzing with fan art, congratulations, and the occasional “who should’ve won” debate. It’s like a fireworks show after a long night, bright, bold, and impossible to ignore.
There you have it. See you next week!
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