AFRICA | A young Nigerian scholar, Toheeb Alimi, has emerged as the Best Graduating Student of the Faculty of Law at Lagos State University (LASU), earning his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree with First Class Honours.
His outstanding academic achievement also earned him a ₦1 million scholarship award, further recognizing his excellence and discipline throughout his university journey.
Toheeb’s story reflects intentional choices, sacrifice, and relentless commitment to excellence.
Toheeb's Story and How He Did It
He began his academic journey at LASU in 2020 and maintained remarkable academic performance throughout his studies, eventually completing his degree in 2025. He is expected to participate in the university’s official convocation ceremony in 2026.
His exceptional performance earned him the prestigious 2025 Body of Senior Advocates of Nigeria (BOSAN) Scholarship, valued at ₦1,000,000.
The scholarship recognizes outstanding law students across Nigeria who demonstrate academic excellence, integrity, and professional discipline. Emerging from a rigorous national selection process, Toheeb has been recognized as one of Nigeria’s most promising young legal minds.
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In an interview, Toheeb described his time at Lagos State University as far from ordinary. Beyond academics, he played active roles across academic, political, and religious platforms within and outside the university community.
He held several leadership positions, including 35th LASUSU Legal Director & Attorney General; President of NAMLAS LASU; Senator of the 33rd LASUSU SPC; Honourable member of LASULAWS SRC;
Toheeb was also Deputy Managing Partner and Deputy Head of Research at GFSC; Head of Research at LAWSAN Lagos State; Chairman of the 35th LASUSU Anniversary Committee; Legal Director of FEDSA LASU; and Chairman of FEDSA CDC.
Additionally, he contested for the positions of Legal Director of NULASS-LASU and President of LASULAWS, demonstrating a leadership journey marked by ambition and active service.
However, behind the many titles is a student who understands the sacrifices that come with ambition. According to him, balancing leadership and academics is not as easy as it sounds.
“Balance between leadership roles and academics is a myth. It’s about priorities, sacrifice, and strategic choices,” he explained.
Sharing advice with younger students, Toheeb emphasized the importance of personal development and character building.
“The goal isn’t to win the big one day; it’s to win every day. Excellence attracts opportunities. Real gratification comes from growth and knowledge, not recognition or reward,” he said.
Toheeb also revealed that he managed academic pressure through prayer, long walks, and listening to music, practices that helped him maintain mental clarity and focus throughout his demanding journey.
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