A lady celebrated as she finally bagged her degree from the National Open University of Nigeria after eight years. She opened up about her journey at the National Open University, which came after she obtained her OND qualification. Her story triggered reactions on social media, as many people took to the comments section to congratulate her on her achievement.
NOUN Student Bags Bachelor's Degree, Shares Experience
She wrote: 'A week ago I graduated from National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). It took me forever but I did it anyways, delay not denial. After my ND in 2017, I decided to start afresh by going for a B.Sc program in 2018, instead of going for my HND program like my peers did. My B.Sc took a lot of struggles, prayers, lots of tears and hard work. I finally graduated in the most beautiful way.'
'Thank you Ya Robil I began this journey in 2018 with Bismillah and there is no way I was going to stop without getting to the end, because every Bismillah ends with Alhamdulillah. Now it's my turn to say Alhamdulillah, GOD DID. I remember finishing my project in 2023 and my name was still nowhere to be found on the graduating list. And finally my name appeared on the Class of 2025 Convocation list.'
'It took me EIGHT LONG YEARS to earn my certificate, a programme meant to last for 4 years. Regardless, I was never going to give up!! It's Better late than NEVER. I finally Did, God Did And of course I did it with my favourite human in the world!!! My Mum. Okay yeah, this is the point where you say congratulations Thank You God For Yet Another Blessing!!!! Davies Oluwatosin Olamide B.Sc (Hons) Business Administration. And don't forget also A national diploma (ND) holder.'
Reactions from Social Media
Many people took to social media to congratulate her on her achievement, with some sharing their own experiences with delayed graduation. One commenter said, 'Congratulations! Your story is truly inspiring.' Another wrote, 'Eight years of perseverance, well done!'
The graduate's story serves as a reminder that success is not always linear, and that determination can overcome obstacles. Her journey from ND in 2017 to B.Sc in 2025 shows that hard work and faith can lead to eventual triumph.
