Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu gave N10 million to Ojo, Nwosu Isioma Sybil, the top graduating student at Lagos State University (LASU).
He reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to giving young people access to high-quality education.
Nwosu received a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.93, earning first class in biochemistry.
Speaking yesterday at LASU’s 28th convocation ceremony for the awarding of Doctoral Degrees (PhD) and the conferment of honorary doctorates on the main campus in Ojo, the governor was accompanied by his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat.
He described Nwosu’s feat as a source of pride for the entire university community, stressing that it is a result of dedication and perseverance.
Sanwo-Olu emphasised the importance of academic excellence, saying youths must be reminded that excelling in education is just as valuable as success in the entertainment industry, fashion, or sports.
He says the state government is working with the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to ensure students of Lagos State-owned institutions benefit from the new national student loan programme to make higher education more accessible and encouraging for indigenes and resident-students.
“Education is the backbone of our society, and we must recognise its importance in addressing societal needs and human development. As leaders, we must ensure our educational system remains relevant and effective in providing innovative solutions to real-life problems,” he said.
The Visitor, who hailed the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, for her visionary leadership, expressed delight at LASU’s commitment to achieving excellence, producing graduates who can drive human and societal development.
“Our administration is dedicated to empowering students in state-owned tertiary institutions, nurturing innovative thinkers, problem-solvers and great leaders who will bring about sustainable, transformative change and growth to our state, he added.
The VC, Olatunji-Bello, who highlighted her achievements since she assumed office, reiterated her commitment to taking the institution to enviable heights.
She thanked the governor and members of staff for support and cooperation.
Former Lagos State Deputy Governor Femi Pedro and Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), were awarded honorary doctorates in Humane Letters (Infrastructure, Security, and National Development) and Business (Banking, Entrepreneurship, and National Development) respectively.
Another person who received the title of distinguished professor was Prof. Joseph Abayomi Olagunju.
