A University of Ibadan (UI) pharmacy student has taken social media by storm, not just for his achievements but also for his unusual and unique name, which has left many fascinated and sparked widespread conversations online.
The 400-level student, who is also known for his skills as a mixologist, recently won two prestigious awards at his department’s annual event—Socialite of the Year and Best Dressed (Male, 400 Level). These awards recognize not only his active social presence but also his impeccable sense of style, further solidifying his reputation among his peers.
In celebration of his remarkable wins, he took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his excitement, posting a picture proudly displaying his awards. However, what caught even more attention was his full name, boldly inscribed on the awards—‘Will John Flourish.’
Accompanying his celebratory post, he wrote: “What a nightt🖤💯.” Little did he know that this simple post would soon go viral, drawing massive engagement from netizens. Within hours, his tweet garnered over 856k views, more than 500 likes, and over a hundred comments, with social media users engaging in both admiration and playful banter.
While many users congratulated him on his well-deserved awards, a large number of people were more intrigued by his name. Discussions quickly arose, with some netizens suggesting that his full name could be rearranged into a positive affirmation, making it even more impactful. Others, however, humorously remarked that his name seemed incomplete without a question mark, leading to even more amusing takes on his unique identity.
Despite the viral buzz and the countless takes on his name, Will John Flourish has taken everything in stride. Rather than being overwhelmed by the sudden attention, he responded playfully to the various comments, engaging with users and embracing the fun discussions surrounding his name. His lighthearted approach has only endeared him further to many who find his confidence and humor refreshing.
