Adenle Oluwasegun Jacob, a Nigerian youth, has celebrated earning a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Ibadan (UI). The fresh graduate marked his academic milestone on Facebook, sharing photos taken with fellow graduates on their sign-out day.
Why the UI Graduate Studied Political Science
In his Facebook post on May 19, Adenle expressed profound gratitude to God for helping him complete his undergraduate studies, which began in 2019 when he gained admission into Nigeria's premier university. He highlighted several challenges he encountered on the path to graduation, including the COVID-19 pandemic, which kept him at home for months, and multiple strikes by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).
Adenle also thanked his family and campus crew for being instrumental to his academic success. In his words: "Tested, Delayed, But Not Defeated Glory to God Almighty. Today, I stand with a heart full of gratitude to God Almighty, the Omega of everything. From 2019 when I gained admission into the University of Ibadan to study Political Science, to 2026 when I’m finally signing out, this journey has been one of faith, patience, and resilience. It was not a straight road. We faced COVID-19 that shut down the world and locked us at home for months. We endured multiple ASUU strikes that tested our patience and almost broke our spirit. Through it all, God kept us, strengthened us, and brought us to this day."
He added: "I thank my family for standing by me through every delay, every sleepless night, and every financial sacrifice. Your prayers, support, and belief in me carried me when I felt like giving up. This degree is yours as much as it is mine. A special shoutout to those I studied with the crew that pushed through with me without rest. The all night reading sessions, the group discussions, the shared notes, the motivation when one of us felt weak… we carried each other. You made UI bearable and this victory sweeter. We didn’t just study, we built brotherhood. I also celebrate my friend. We started together in 2019, weathered the same storms, and today we are graduating together. It was not easy, but we made it."
Vision to Serve His People
On why he chose to study political science, Adenle revealed that he has a clear vision and ambition to serve his people. He expressed his commitment to preparing himself to serve with integrity when the time arrives. He noted that his graduation is not the end, but the beginning of a bigger assignment. "I chose Political Science with a purpose. My vision is clear: I have a political ambition to serve. I believe leadership is about service, and I am committed to preparing myself to serve my people with integrity when the time comes. This graduation is not the end, but the beginning of a bigger assignment. To everyone who stood by me thank you. To God be all the glory. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
Reactions from Social Media
Legit.ng has compiled some reactions to the University of Ibadan graduate's post. Alex Nwandu said: "Congratulations brother man." Ebenezer Oladapo said: "A very big congratulations to you, Segun." Yahaya Ronke said: "Congratulations, your future is bright." Abiola Imran said: "Congrats my dear brother, may God bless this for u."
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