UNILAG Graduate Celebrates Perfect Academic Record with Thoughtful Parental Gift
A University of Lagos (UNILAG) graduate has captured the hearts of many online after sharing a special gift from his parents, commemorating his flawless academic journey. The young man, known as @Olub_Peace on X, revealed that he graduated with the highest cumulative grade point average (CGPA) in his faculty and was presented with a framed collage that traces his educational milestones from early childhood through university.
A Journey Documented in Frames
The unique gift, a carefully curated collage, includes photographs and achievements from various stages of his life. It highlights his consistent academic excellence, starting from nursery school, where he secured first position every term, through primary and secondary education, and culminating in his university years. At UNILAG, he maintained the highest CGPA from his first semester until graduation, ultimately emerging as the best graduating student in the Faculty of Engineering.
In addition to academic recognitions, the collage also showcases his involvement in cultural activities, debate participation, and other awards, painting a comprehensive picture of his dedication and versatility. Sharing the gift on X, he wrote, "I have always been the best student in my class since I started nursery school. First position every term throughout nursery, primary and secondary school, highest CGPA from 100l first semester till graduation. My parents gave me this on my graduation day." This post was in response to a prompt from another X user encouraging boasts about academic excellence.
Online Reactions Pour In
The story quickly went viral, drawing widespread admiration and congratulatory messages from social media users. Many praised not only the graduate's consistency and hard work but also the thoughtful gesture of his parents. Comments included sentiments like "You're a GOD's child indeed. You're blessed" from @wale_dosh, and "Your parents' gift is so thoughtful. Happy for them to have you" from @deefavouritte. Others, such as @the_globalnurse, noted the supportive role of his parents, saying, "So thoughtful of them. Shows they’ve been supportive of you all along."
Inspiring Stories of Resilience
This incident echoes other motivational tales from UNILAG graduates. In a related story, Kuye Damilola, a Computer Engineering student, overcame severe financial hardships to earn a first-class degree and was named the Best Male Graduating Student in his department. He shared how he never secured a bedspace throughout his university years, often squatting with friends and sleeping on floors and chairs. Similarly, a female Chemical Engineering graduate from UNILAG recently celebrated her first-class honours, with her convocation coinciding with her birthday, inspiring many with her resilience.
These stories highlight the broader narrative of academic excellence and perseverance within Nigerian universities, serving as a beacon of hope and motivation for current and prospective students. The framed gift from @Olub_Peace's parents not only celebrates his individual achievement but also underscores the importance of familial support in nurturing success.
