AFRICA | A brilliant Nigerian lady graduates Bowen University with 4.99 first-class degree, wins ₦700,000 as overall best-graduating student.
A brilliant Nigerian Lady named Inioluwa Oyepariola graduated from Bowen University with a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Technology, achieving a first-class honors degree and an impressive cumulative grade point average of 4.99 out of 5.00.
Her exceptional performance earned her the title of the second overall best-graduating student, along with a cash prize of ₦700,000, awarded in recognition of her hard work and academic excellence.
Inioluwa shared her achievements on LinkedIn, reflecting on her academic journey and the experiences that shaped her success.
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She revealed that, for a long time, she had thought achieving a 5.00 GPA was unrealistic, especially during her time at her previous university. She initially attended a federal university, where she maintained a solid GPA of 4.86.
However, upon transferring to Bowen University, her ambitions expanded, and she set a goal to graduate with a CGPA of at least 4.92. Her first semester at Bowen was a turning point, as her hard work resulted in a GPA of 4.96, exceeding her own expectations.
Inspired by this progress, her level advisor encouraged her further, challenging her to maintain top grades. The advisor even asked Inioluwa to sign an undertaking to never score a B.
Initially hesitating, Inioluwa found motivation in her advisor’s belief in her potential. From that point onward, she maintained her commitment and succeeded in never scoring below an A.
Through her journey, Inioluwa realized the power of possibility: seeing others who achieved perfect GPAs made her believe she could reach it herself.
Beyond her determination, grit, and discipline, she credits the support of her community friends, family, professors, mentors, classmates, and even seniors who offered valuable advice and encouragement.
Inioluwa describes her achievement as a collective effort and expresses deep gratitude to everyone who contributed to her success. Looking to the future, she plans to further her studies by pursuing a master’s and doctorate degree.
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