A University of Benin, UNIBEN graduate has vowed to make an impact online after being awarded ₦5,000 as the Best Graduating Student in Mechanical Engineering, with a CGPA of 4.80/5.0.
He shared this achievement in a post on X (formerly Twitter), where he also posted a picture of himself with his certificate.
In his post, he wrote: “Yesterday, I received the sum of ₦5,000 as the award for Best Graduating Student in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Benin for the 2021/2022 Academic Session, having graduated with a CGPA of 4.80/5.0.”
“This award holds great significance for me, considering my journey from a very disadvantaged background to achieving such an outstanding feat. I am also honored to have served as a student leader in several positions, notably as President of my department and faculty (NUESA).”
He continued, “Additionally, having the opportunity to teach others while in school and play football for my class and department were accomplishments I truly cherish. Looking forward to better days ahead 🙏.”
As the post gained traction, many concerned individuals flooded the comment section to share their thoughts.
See some reactions below:
@winnpxl: “The money they gave in the 1990, they’re still giving it in 2024. Congratulations, better things ahead for you.”
@Wynwonder: “Congratulations. Trust you’ll invest it wisely.”
@OkoliDG: “For the 5 years. That’s 1k for each year. Shout out to Uniben.”
@_ogbonnia_: “Them they always review school fees but e never cross their mind to review prize winners award.”
@penforme: “God forbid bad thing. But congratulations brother. Please actively begin to seek out masters scholarships asap. You will get placements in US or top European schools with stipends if you persist. In some cases you can even jump to PHD str8.”
@Winter_Six: “Lmao congratulations chairman. People dey ask why dem give you 5k. We wey go the school know say you been no even expect anything.”
@ms_idera: “Congratulations 🎊 to you! Grater heights! But please look into PhD programs or Msc in Europe. That N5,000 is nonsense, there’s more you out there you just have to persist! Well done!”
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