Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has gifted the overall best graduating student of Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, Nwosu Isioma Sybil, N10 million.
He reiterated the commitment of his administration to providing quality education for youths.
Nwosu bagged first class in Biochemistry with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.93.
The governor, represented by his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, spoke yesterday at the 28th convocation ceremony of LASU for the award of Doctoral Degrees (PhD) and conferment of honorary doctorate on the main campus in Ojo.
He described Nwosu’s feat as a source of pride for the entire university community, stressing that it is a result of dedication and perseverance.
Sanwo-Olu emphasised the importance of academic excellence, saying youths must be reminded that excelling in education is just as valuable as success in the entertainment industry, fashion, or sports.
He says the state government is working with the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to ensure students of Lagos State-owned institutions benefit from the new national student loan programme to make higher education more accessible and encouraging for indigenes and resident-students.
“Education is the backbone of our society, and we must recognise its importance in addressing societal needs and human development. As leaders, we must ensure our educational system remains relevant and effective in providing innovative solutions to real-life problems,” he said.
The Visitor, who hailed the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, for her visionary leadership, expressed delight at LASU’s commitment to achieving excellence, producing graduates who can drive human and societal development.
“Our administration is dedicated to empowering students in state-owned tertiary institutions, nurturing innovative thinkers, problem-solvers and great leaders who will bring about sustainable, transformative change and growth to our state, he added.
The VC, Olatunji-Bello, who highlighted her achievements since she assumed office, reiterated her commitment to taking the institution to enviable heights.
She thanked the governor and members of staff for support and cooperation.
An erstwhile Lagos State Deputy Governor, Femi Pedro and National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Chairman Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa were conferred with honorary doctorate of Business (Banking, Entrepreneurship and National Development) Honoris Causa and honorary doctorate of Humane Letters (Infrastructure, Security and National Development), Honoris Causa.
Prof. Joseph Abayomi Olagunju was also conferred with the title of distinguished professor.
