Nigerian Mathematician Aminat Ige Secures PhD with Best-Graduating Thesis Award
Her accomplishment is further elevated by being honored with the prestigious overall best-graduating thesis award at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) for the academic session 2022/2023.
AKACHI NOEL 
In a remarkable academic achievement, Aminat Ige, a proficient Nigerian mathematician and lecturer at Lagos State University (LASU), has successfully earned a doctorate in Mathematics. Her accomplishment is further elevated by being honored with the prestigious overall best-graduating thesis award at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) for the academic session 2022/2023.
Aminat's doctoral thesis, titled "O-Metric Spaces: A Novel Unification and Generalisation of Metric-Type Spaces With Applications In Fixed Point Theory," reflects her dedication to advancing mathematical understanding.
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Expressing her gratitude on Facebook, Aminat acknowledged the pivotal role played by her supervisors, Professor Johnson Olaleru, and Dr. Hallowed Olaoluwa. Dr. Olaoluwa, a past recipient of the same award, received special mention, underlining the invaluable support provided by both mentors.
"I owe this success to my supervisors. May the Almighty reward them here on earth before the ultimate reward. Golden Professor Johnson Olaleru and Dr. Hallowed Olaoluwa, who was once a recipient of the same award, my appreciation is forever. Your support is invaluable," she conveyed.
Aminat attributed her success not only to her mentors but also to the foundation laid by her late father. This accomplishment stands as a testament to her dedication to academic excellence and the pursuit of knowledge.
This outstanding achievement not only adds a significant milestone to Aminat Ige's academic journey but also serves as an inspiration for aspiring mathematicians in Nigeria and beyond.
