Summary: A 33-year-old Abuja man, Monsuru Musa, was arrested after he was caught impersonating his own father in an FCT Civil Service Commission promotional examination. Here’s the full story.
You have heard of Nigerian parents doing everything possible to help their children succeed — but what happens when the tables turn and a son decides to “do the needful” for his father? Well, this story from Abuja will leave you speechless.
On October 7, a 33-year-old man identified as Monsuru Musa* was arrested after he was caught red-handed writing the *FCT Civil Service Commission (FCTA) promotional examination on behalf of his own father, also named Musa.
How Did He Think He Would Get Away With It?
Let that sink in for a moment. This young man sat down, picked up a pen, and decided to write a government promotional examination for his father — a civil servant who presumably should have been sitting the exam himself.
It is the kind of story that sounds like something from a Nollywood script, except this one has real-life consequences.
Exam Malpractice Is No Small Matter
In Nigeria, examination malpractice remains a serious issue that authorities continue to battle at every level — from WAEC and JAMB to professional and civil service examinations. The FCT Civil Service Commission conducts these promotional exams to determine which civil servants qualify for career advancement and salary upgrades.
By sitting in for his father, Monsuru did not just break the rules — he potentially:
– Defrauded the system designed to reward merit and hard work
– Undermined colleagues who prepared and sat the exam honestly
– Exposed both himself and his father to serious legal consequences
The Lesson Here Is Clear
Nigerians are known for their strong family bonds and the deep desire to support loved ones — and that is a beautiful thing. However, there is a very fine line between support and sabotage. Helping your father cheat his way through a promotion exam does not make you a good son; it makes you both liable for criminal charges.
As the saying goes: “Shortcuts cut short.”
Authorities have confirmed the arrest, and the matter is currently being handled by the relevant security and civil service agencies. Both Monsuru and his father may face serious disciplinary and legal action.
What do you think about this? Was this extreme “filial loyalty” or simply a calculated attempt to game the system? Drop your thoughts in the comments below.
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