Fatima Umar Sets Academic Record at ABU Zaria; Emerges Best in Agriculture with 4.91 CGPA

Fatima Umar has etched her name in the history books of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, following her extraordinary performance at the 2026 Convocation Ceremony.

Graduating with a staggering 4.91 CGPA, Fatima earned a First Class Honours Degree (Bachelor of Agriculture), making her the Overall Best Graduating Student in the Faculty of Agriculture. Her academic prowess also secured her the position of Second Best Graduating Student in the entire University for the Class of 2025. 

A Triple Crown of Excellence

During the ceremony, the University Management conferred several prestigious honours upon her, including:

The Vice-Chancellor’s Award: For the Best Graduating Student, Faculty of Agriculture.

University-Wide Distinction: Recognized as the 2nd Overall Best Graduating Student across all faculties.

Gender Milestone: Honoured as the Overall Best Graduating Female Student for the 2024/2025 academic session. 

Fatima’s achievement is being celebrated as a significant milestone for women in STEM and Agricultural Sciences in Northern Nigeria. Her 4.91 CGPA stands as one of the highest recorded in the Faculty of Agriculture in recent years, highlighting her dedication and research excellence. 

The Ahmadu Bello University community and the Faculty of Agriculture have extended their warmest congratulations to Fatima Umar, describing her as a "beacon of academic resilience and a worthy ambassador of the institution."