Sisters Celebrate Joint Graduation from University of Lagos After Six-Year Journey
In a remarkable display of sibling solidarity and academic perseverance, two sisters who commenced their studies at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) together have now graduated simultaneously after six years. Confidence and Evidence Ufuoma both achieved second-class upper division honours, marking a significant milestone in their educational journey.
Academic Achievements and Course Details
Confidence Ufuoma earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Botany, while her sister Evidence obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English. Both were awarded what Confidence described as "strong 2.1" classifications, indicating their second-class upper division honours. The sisters shared their convocation photographs on X (formerly Twitter), where Confidence expressed both pride and candid reflection about their academic path.
Confidence posted: "Finally, my convocation pictures landed! Confidence Bsc. Botany. Strong 2.1. Evidence B.A. English. Strong 2.1. Entered the university of Lagos same time, graduated same time."
Candid Reflections on Academic Challenges
In a revealing response to online interactions, Confidence offered frank advice about her chosen field of study. She stated that she "would not even advise my enemy to study that course," specifically referencing Botany within the Nigerian context. This honest commentary highlights the rigorous demands and potential challenges faced by students in certain academic disciplines.
Social Media Celebration and Public Reaction
The sisters' graduation announcement sparked widespread celebration across social media platforms. Numerous netizens extended congratulations and shared their own experiences:
- @blu3_xyz commented: "My family be making me feel less with my 2.1 in Accounting. Congrats it's not easy."
- @Shewrite23 noted: "Indeed confidence comes with evidence. Congratulations."
- @Oly4gr8 inquired: "Congratulations ooo. But wetin be strong 2.1?"
- @theIni_oke recalled spotting the sisters at a recent conference, describing their coordinated attire.
Broader Context of UNILAG Graduation Statistics
The sisters' achievement occurs within a larger academic context at the University of Lagos. According to Vice-Chancellor Professor Folasade Ogunsola, the institution's 56th convocation ceremonies held from January 20 to 22, 2026, saw 617 out of 10,584 undergraduate students graduating with First Class honours. This represents approximately 5.8% of the total graduating population.
The detailed breakdown of honours classifications includes:
- 617 students receiving first-class honours
- 92 graduating with distinction
- 4,543 earning second-class upper division
- 3,910 achieving second-class lower division
- 1,023 graduating with third-class degrees
- 69 with pass classifications
- 330 unclassified degrees
This statistical backdrop underscores the competitive academic environment at UNILAG and places the sisters' second-class upper achievements within a broader institutional framework.
Symbolism of Sibling Academic Partnership
The parallel educational journeys of Confidence and Evidence Ufuoma represent more than individual academic success. Their synchronized enrollment and graduation demonstrate unique familial support systems that can significantly impact educational outcomes. The six-year timeline suggests dedication through potential challenges, while their shared celebration on social media highlights how modern platforms facilitate academic milestone recognition.
Their story joins other notable UNILAG graduation achievements recently reported, including a business administration graduate who secured a perfect CGPA and a first-class Economics graduate who set new records. These narratives collectively showcase the diverse academic excellence emerging from Nigerian higher education institutions.
The sisters' experience ultimately illustrates how perseverance, familial support, and academic dedication can culminate in shared success, even when navigating challenging academic disciplines within the Nigerian educational landscape.
