Safiyyah Ismaeel Temitope, a Pharmacy graduate of Usmanu Danfodiyo University (UDUS) in Sokoto, has made history by breaking a long-standing faculty record and winning 20 major awards. She graduated as the best student in her faculty with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.91 out of 5.0.
Record-Breaking Achievement and Awards
In a post on her X (formerly Twitter) account, @IsmaeelTem26416, she shared photos of her multiple prizes and detailed her accomplishments. According to her, she broke the record for the highest CGPA ever recorded in the faculty. Additionally, she won 20 individual awards, was named Best Graduating Student in four out of six departments, and was awarded as one of the Top 20 Most Influential Students.
Her post read: “I graduated as the best graduating student in Pharmacy, UDUS, with a CGPA of 4.91/5.0. Broke the record for the highest CGPA ever recorded in the faculty. 20 individual awards. BGS in 4/6 departments. Awarded Top 20 Most Influential Students. Alhamdulillah.”
Appeal for Scholarship Opportunities
In the comments section of her post, she appealed for help to further her education. She wrote: “I don’t have a business to promote here. I’m simply looking for scholarship opportunities for MSc/PhD programs abroad to further my research interests.”
Reactions from Social Media Users
Her achievement garnered widespread praise from social media users. @Oye_Mahmoodah commented: “Maa Sha Allah. Barakallahu Feeki, sis.” @Rad_Munagi added: “Omo Ur head dey hot. Congratulations Pharm Ismaeel How was the journey?”
@ObinnaEmek30617 wrote: “I don't just know, but I strongly believe I am gonna pack awards on my own time.” @MrKorrectguy stressed: “Congratulations to you, May Allah bless you and the knowledge acquired.”
@MrBadmos_ added: “You have two heads! Barakallahu feekum. Congratulations.” @boilondon163 shared: “CONGRATULATIONS ? ? ? DEAR OUR BELOVED SISTER ❤️ ♥️ YOU SURELY INSPIRE OTHERS OUT THERE!!!”
@0_T_A_R_U wrote: “Congratulations scholar. May Allah grant you the best of favours.” @MrYTanko added: “May the knowledge and certificate be beneficial to you, your family and the ummah. Congratulations.”
@Haruna_I_Musa noted: “Ma-sha-Allah! May Almighty Allah put barakah and make it beneficial to humanity.” @garba_z wrote: “Congratulations,,, not those useless christians ladies writing their bio and shaking waist looking for relationship on X.”
@QonnectWorldJob said: “You've not missed out on any opportunities. Kindly contact @QonnectWorldJob for assistance with Job matching, CV revamping and job search and application. They assist fresh graduate land their dream job seamlessly.” @ShySoulWrites said: “Wow Masha'Allah you're doing well sis, congratulations.”
Similar Stories of Academic Excellence
In a similar story, a University of Ibadan pharmacy graduate celebrated after earning a first-class degree and winning several awards at her convocation. She shared how she balanced running her business, serving in student leadership, and her studies, while her mother broke down in tears of joy as she received her awards.
Another report highlighted a University of Lagos pharmacy graduate who bagged two master's degrees from The Johns Hopkins University in the United States. He said he moved to the US with big dreams and was happy to achieve his goal of studying abroad.
