Nigerian Woman Graduates with Exceptional 4.95/5.00 CGPA in Economics, Earns ₦500,000 Best Student Award
The accomplished graduate also made history by being elected as the first female one-day Vice Chancellor at Bowen University. Oyelakin's achievements include being named the Best Graduating Student in the university's Economics Department, the Best Graduating Student in the College of Management and Social Sciences, and the Best Graduating Female of the university's 2022/2023 session.
AKACHI NOEL 
Opeyemi Oyelakin, an exceptional Nigerian woman, has achieved academic excellence by graduating with a degree in Economics from Bowen University, Nigeria, with an outstanding 4.95/5.00 cumulative grade point. Her remarkable accomplishment earned her the prestigious title of the overall best student at the institution, accompanied by a cash prize of ₦500,000.
Oyelakin took to Twitter to share her fulfillment of a dream, expressing gratitude for achieving a CGPA that reflects her dedication and hard work. In addition to the cash award, she received a total of nineteen accolades, recognizing her outstanding performance during her academic journey.
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The accomplished graduate also made history by being elected as the first female one-day Vice Chancellor at Bowen University. Oyelakin's achievements include being named the Best Graduating Student in the university's Economics Department, the Best Graduating Student in the College of Management and Social Sciences, and the Best Graduating Female of the university's 2022/2023 session.
In her tweet, Oyelakin stated, "Aside being the first elected female one day Vice Chancellor in my University, I was also announced as the Overall Best Graduating Student of Bowen University on November 4, 2023, with a CGPA of 4.95/5.0 and 19 awards to my name. God Did."
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She highlighted the importance of hard work, smart work, diligence, the right circle of friends, a growth mindset, and divine grace in her academic success. Oyelakin actively participated in extracurricular activities, representing the university nationally and internationally, earning numerous awards and accolades.
Beyond her academic achievements, Oyelakin led and co-led five conferences at the university, received prizes in inter-varsity competitions, and held a total of twenty leadership positions. Grateful for her victorious four years at the university, she looks forward to the next phase and is open to job opportunities in the financial services industry, aiming to build a career in finance.
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This success story adds to the growing narrative of Nigerian graduates making significant strides in their academic pursuits, contributing to the nation's commitment to educational excellence.
