Friend of Late UNILAG Graduate Shares Intimate Details About Her Life and Dreams
The close friend of a University of Lagos graduate who tragically passed away just one day after her convocation ceremony has broken his silence, revealing personal details about her life that many people did not know. Maryam Ayooluwa Agoro, affectionately known as BabyLawyer, died on the morning of January 21, 2026, following the convocation ceremony held at the University of Lagos, Akoka campus on January 20, 2026.
Heartfelt Tribute from a Close Confidant
Identified on social media platform X as @emini_bolu, the young man shared an emotional tribute to his departed friend. He described Maryam as his close friend, confidante, and a great helper who had significant dreams despite facing limitations in her life. The friend expressed his initial difficulty in accepting the reality of her passing, stating that it took time for the news to fully sink in.
His heartfelt X post read: "Maryam Ayooluwa Agoro (BabyLawyer) had big dreams, despite her limitations. I could not bring myself to accept that she was dead until later. She was my close friend and confidant and a great helper."
The friend further elaborated on their relationship, mentioning that they shared numerous memories together and had made significant plans for the future. He added a philosophical note to his tribute, writing: "We had so many memories together, and we had plans, too. But Allah knows best!"
Social Media Reactions and Mourning
The news of Maryam's death first became public through another UNILAG graduate identified as @plantcodess on X, who announced her demise in a now-deleted post. The post highlighted the tragic timing of her passing, occurring just one day after her convocation ceremony, and hinted at previous health challenges she had faced.
The original announcement stated: "You did your convocation yesterday and today you're no more. You deserve to be celebrated and you will be. My sister, Evidence was always rooting for you and after seeing you in that miserable condition the last time, I hoped you'd get better."
The post continued with a touching tribute: "I know you're smiling from where you are because 'UNILAG didn't end you.' You ended UNILAG, in joy." In a subsequent post, the same user referred to Maryam as "Latest graduate! Unikag graduating set of 2023! Rest well."
Another X user, @faithhiahh, responded to the tragic news with condolences: "May Allah rest her soul. Feels unreal."
Additional Tributes from University Community
Further mourning came from Amah ThankGod, another UNILAG graduate who was Maryam's coursemate. He shared additional insights into her character and personality, providing a more comprehensive picture of who she was as a person. Notably, he shared the last chat Maryam had with another coursemate, which contained hints about the possible circumstances surrounding her death.
The University of Lagos community has been thrown into mourning following this tragic event, with many students and graduates expressing their grief through social media platforms. The convocation ceremony for the 2024/2025 graduating class had been a moment of celebration that quickly turned to sorrow with Maryam's unexpected passing.
This incident highlights the fragility of life and has sparked conversations within the Nigerian educational community about student wellbeing and the emotional transitions surrounding graduation ceremonies. The detailed accounts from those closest to Maryam provide a poignant reminder of the dreams and aspirations that young Nigerian graduates carry with them as they complete their academic journeys.
