AFRICA | A brilliant Nigerian man named Olugbenga Adeleke has achieved an extraordinary academic feat by graduating with a first-class degree in Industrial Chemistry from Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) with an impressive 4.59 CGPA.
An achievement that earned him a fully funded PhD scholarship to the University of California, United States, all without a master’s degree.
Olugbenga's Story and How He Did It
Olugbenga’s higher academic journey began in 2015 at the Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology (FCAH&PT), Ibadan, where he studied diligently and graduated with distinction in 2017.
Eager to pursue his passion for chemistry, he advanced to OOU in 2018 to study Industrial Chemistry. From his very first year, Olugbenga’s academic brilliance was undeniable. He earned a 4.95 GPA, setting the pace for a first-class graduation.
His consistent excellence earned him the Best Graduating Student in the Department of Chemical Sciences in 2023.
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But behind his success story lies a foundation of support, mentorship, and faith. In a LinkedIn post, Olugbenga credited his elder brother and his wife, who sponsored his undergraduate education from start to finish,a gesture he described as a “blessing counted a billion times.”
While in school, he also drew inspiration from scholarship advocates, whose resources guided him toward international academic opportunities.
He further expressed gratitude to mentors, his project supervisor, and several other lecturers who encouraged his love for research and academic excellence.
Olugbenga’s dedication paid off when he received an offer to begin a fully funded PhD program in Chemistry at the University of California, one of the leading research institutions in the United States.
The scholarship covers his tuition and living expenses, allowing him to pursue research at the highest academic level without the need for a master’s degree.
Reflecting on his journey, Olugbenga described the achievement as “a product of God’s goodness, resilience, passion, and dedication.” He also acknowledged the network of mentors, friends, and family who shaped his growth, from study support to relocation guidance.
Looking ahead, Olugbenga will continue to inspire others who dream of studying abroad, letting them know that it is possible. “No matter the hills or challenges. I only see and believe in possibilities,” he said.
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