AFRICA | A brilliant Nigerian Lady graduates as an Engineer with first-class, wins best student award.
A brilliant Nigerian lady named Halimat Abubakar has graduated with first-class honors in Water Resources and Environmental Engineering from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, in Northern Nigeria.
With a stellar cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.51, she emerged as the best graduating student in her department. Sharing her joy on LinkedIn, Halimat celebrated the completion of her academic journey and highlighted a key milestone:
Her induction into the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) as a Graduate Member (GMNSE) and the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) as a Pupil Engineer.
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Reflecting on this honor, she expressed excitement about the opportunities and responsibilities that lie ahead. “This induction marks an important step in my engineering journey. I look forward to contributing to the profession and continuing to grow in this dynamic field.”
Halimat’s academic path was not without challenges. While she started strong in her first year with a CGPA of 4.51, her second year brought unexpected academic struggles, causing her CGPA to drop to 4.28. These setbacks tested her resolve, but Halimat refused to let them define her journey.
Determined to achieve her goal of graduating with first-class honors, she worked tirelessly, putting in consistent effort semester after semester. Though her CGPA did not skyrocket, her steady improvement each semester reflected her hard work and dedication.
Through perseverance, unwavering faith, and resilience, Halimat turned her challenges into triumphs. While her final CGPA was slightly lower than her initial goals, she expressed gratitude for how far she has come, viewing her journey as a testament to the power of staying focused on one’s dreams.
To those pursuing their goals, Halimat offered words of encouragement. “Setbacks are not the end; they are setups for comebacks. Stay determined and never lose sight of your vision,” she said.
She also extended heartfelt gratitude to her mentors, lecturers, friends, and family for their support throughout her journey.
As she embarks on the next phase of her career, she remains committed to making impactful contributions to the field of engineering. ”Here’s to chasing dreams and achieving greatness,” she said.
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