OAUSTECH Computer Science Graduate Misses First Class Honors by Narrow Margin
A recent graduate from the Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH) has captured public attention after sharing his academic journey on social media. Bankole Samson, who studied computer science, revealed that he graduated with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.49, falling just 0.01 points short of achieving first-class honors.
Academic Journey Without Carryovers
In a detailed TikTok post, Samson outlined his educational path, which included attending four different primary schools, skipping basic two, and studying at two secondary schools. He completed both WAEC and NECO examinations, pursued an A-level degree, attended a polytechnic, and finally enrolled at OAUSTECH for his university education. Remarkably, he completed his computer science program without a single carryover course.
"I made it. Not just a degree... it's a story and I made it," Samson wrote in his post, encouraging others not to be selfish with their congratulations.
Social Media Reactions to the Narrow Miss
The graduate's story quickly went viral on TikTok, attracting numerous comments from users who expressed both congratulations and sympathy for his near-miss of first-class honors.
Temmydharyourh commented: "Just 0.1 some lecturers... it is well congratulations to you may almighty make things easy and always perfect his work in your life."
HARDEYBARYOH responded with disbelief: "do you mean 4.49 and you no go beg some lecturer make dem just shift you, ejeh jesuu."
Another user, NZUBECHUKWU, offered empathy: "Congratulations to you bro. I feel your pain, speaking from experience."
CALEB expressed confusion about the grading system: "congratulations. but wetin be first class lower?"
Oluwatimileyin shared emotional support: "kaaaaiiiii 0.01, Omooo God will strengthen you brother congratulations. Sir wish you many more success ahead me; getting pained for a stranger."
Dammystrands, who identified as an alumnus of OAUSTECH, noted: "my alma mater ooo. I know they will never add that 0.01. congratulations stranger."
Broader Context of Nigerian Academic Achievements
Samson's experience reflects a common narrative in Nigerian universities where students achieve remarkable academic feats. In related stories, other graduates have shared similar journeys of academic excellence and perseverance.
A University of Ibadan graduate recently revealed how he initially aimed for a second-class upper division but ultimately achieved first-class honors by changing his mindset and increasing his efforts after obtaining a perfect CGPA in his first year.
Additionally, the best graduating student from the University of Lagos (UNILAG) shared how he was rejected by the University of Ibadan for medicine and surgery before finding success at UNILAG. Meanwhile, the best graduating student from Lagos State University (LASU) discussed her admission struggles, including writing the UTME twice, and shared study secrets that contributed to her academic success.
These stories highlight the determination and resilience of Nigerian students pursuing higher education despite various challenges and setbacks.
