60-Year-Old Celebrates Graduation from Paktia University
During his graduation speech, Hazrat expressed gratitude, saying, “It is an hour and a half drive from our district to here, and with the help of the professors, I graduated today.” He encouraged young people to continue their education.
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In an inspiring achievement, Ghulam Hazrat, a 60-year-old man, has obtained a graduation certificate from the Pashto literature department of Paktia University. Hazrat's dedication to education was not only focused on his own studies; he also utilized his spare time to teach 70 girls for free in his home area in Zurmat district of Paktia province.
During his graduation speech, Hazrat expressed gratitude, saying, “It is an hour and a half drive from our district to here, and with the help of the professors, I graduated today.” He encouraged young people to continue their education.
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This accomplishment adds to a growing list of stories where individuals, irrespective of age, pursue education with determination. In a similar story, a 60-year-old man, fondly called Alhaji, graduated with First Class Honors from Nigeria’s oldest university after taking up the challenge to stay healthy and understand human behavior post-retirement from UBA.
Such stories serve as a testament to the enduring pursuit of knowledge and the impact of education on individuals, regardless of age.
