AfriPulse
In recent days, social media has been awash with heated conversations about the Nigerian Law School’s grading system. One particular image making the rounds, purporting to show a student with four “As” and one “F” being graded as a failure, has sparked outrage.
But let’s set the record straight: that image was deliberately edited to mislead the public.
To begin with, there is no “F” grade at the Nigerian Law School. The official grading system remains A, B+, B, C, D, and E, with “E” representing the lowest score bracket, below 30 marks.
Much of the debate has centred on whether the Law School uses the “lowest grade” method or a “cumulative system” in determining results.
But the real issue lies elsewhere. Aspirants often see their breakdowns, only to discover inconsistencies: some with the same spread of grades get classified differently—one “Pass,” another “Conditional Pass,” and yet another “Fail.” This lack of clarity has fueled suspicion and mistrust.
My humble suggestion is simple: for the sake of transparency and accountability, the grading system should include the actual scores behind the letters. That way, both students and the public can see a fair, consistent, and objective process at work.
The Nigerian Law School remains a prestigious institution, shaping the future of our profession. But for it to retain public trust, its grading must not only be fair—it must be seen to be fair.
Oboagwina Esq. is the Executive Chairman of EasyRead
Source: Guardian Nigeria | Read the Full Story…
