A retired nurse in her sixties, Mrs. Elizabeth Ikeobi, has emerged as one of the inspiring highlights of the 18th convocation ceremony of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, where 7,641 students graduated across 11 faculties.
Ikeobi, who returned to school to update her professional qualifications, described her academic journey as a fulfilling experience, noting that she is not slowing down despite her age. “I am retired but not tired. I still intend to pursue my Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Nursing,” she said, praising the quality of training at the institution.
The convocation also saw Oladepo Caleb Olugbenga of the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering emerge as the overall best graduating student with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.89.
The Vice Chancellor further highlighted growing institutional stability, noting that the university is on course to complete its fourth uninterrupted academic session.
He attributed the institution’s progress to the support of the Visitor, Governor Seyi Makinde.
He described the convocation as a milestone in the lives of the graduates, commending their resilience, diligence and determination throughout their academic journey.
In his remarks, the overall best graduating student attributed his success to hard work and divine guidance, expressing his ambition to pursue postgraduate studies and build a career in academia.
The event, attended by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Ayodeji Omole, alongside other dignitaries, marked a significant milestone for the graduating students, many of whom were commended for their resilience and determination throughout their academic journey.
