In a video shared on social networks via her Instagram account, a young woman gave a poignant testimony. She said she worked a night shift and remained awake throughout her tour of duty.
Further, she explained that she got the surprise of her life the next day when she was accused of sleeping during her working hours. Rather than defend herself, she chose to apologize. A few hours after returning home, she received an email from her boss informing her of her layoff.
This publication from the young woman provoked contrasting reactions in the comments section, with many people expressing their lack of surprise at this situation.
Patbaby wrote: “Don’t say sorry to them. Even when you see them stumble, move on. I learned that, sister. I won’t say sorry to them but I will explain myself, that’s all.”
Okunuga Bolanle Nadi commented: “Exactly sister. I have someone who if I say sorry to them will ask me why I’m apologizing, it’s not your fault.”
Oluwasimidele Ifeloluwa Joy said: “This is sacking you based on a false accusation. This is why people working in the health sector were asked to join a union. You could have refuted this by putting before your job if you had been a member of a union.”
Oh rays shared, “And I told my manager today that I’m sorry. I withdraw my apology here too.”
Yemzy shared her experience saying: “A colleague fell and I told her oh sorry, she said oh no, it’s not your fault.”
This story raises questions about workplace relations and reactions to unfair accusations. It is important to find a balance between defending your rights and managing professional relations.