Sahara Group Recognizes Excellence at UNILAG Convocation with Inaugural Awards
Vice Chancellor Prof. Folasade Ogunsola described the partnership between Sahara Group and UNILAG as a unique example of generational academic sustainability. The historic collaboration involves parents of Sahara Group's executive directors, who taught and studied at UNILAG, creating a generational academic partnership.
AKACHI NOEL 
Moroti Adedoyin-Adeyinka, Executive Director of Sahara Group, emphasizes the transformative impact of celebrating academic excellence during the 54th Convocation Ceremony of the University of Lagos (UNILAG). Sahara Group's inaugural awards were announced, aiming to inspire purposeful young Africans committed to making a difference.
The Sahara Scholar Award was introduced at UNILAG, with David Oluwatomiwa Akanmu emerging as the best graduating student with a perfect CGPA of 5.0. Moroti Adedoyin-Adeyinka expressed delight at the opportunity to recognize and reward outstanding performance, emphasizing the importance of nurturing young talent.
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Vice Chancellor Prof. Folasade Ogunsola described the partnership between Sahara Group and UNILAG as a unique example of generational academic sustainability. The historic collaboration involves parents of Sahara Group's executive directors, who taught and studied at UNILAG, creating a generational academic partnership.
The Sahara Scholar Award (UNILAG Pilot) includes N1 million each for exceptional students in various departments and a $36,000 Making A Difference (MAD) Grant for three lecturers; both categories run for 10 years. Notable awards include the Dr. Folashodun Shonubi Prize for Best graduating student in Mechanical Engineering and the Moroti Adedoyin-Adeyinka Prize for Best graduating student in Economics.
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Ejiro Gray, Director of Governance and Sustainability, affirmed Sahara Group's commitment to nurturing talent and promoting sustainability. The energy conglomerate remains dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders who will drive positive change globally.
Bethel Obioma, Head of Corporate Communications at Sahara Group, expressed excitement about the future and the positive impact young scholars will make globally. Sahara Group continues to invest in the development of young Africans, fostering a culture of excellence.
