Governor Abiodun Gives ₦2.5m to 85-Year-Old PhD Graduate, Details Emerge

Governor Abiodun Gives ₦2.5m to 85-Year-Old PhD Graduate, Details Emerge

  • Dapo Abiodun, the governor of Ogun state, has gifted cash of N2.5 million to 85-year-old Dr Cecilia Akintayo
  • Akintayo is being celebrated for bagging a doctorate in education at the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) in Ogun State
  • According to the governor, Akintayo is a source of motivation and inspiration for young people to always pursue academic excellence

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has presented a cash gift of N2.5 million to 85-year-old Dr. Cecilia Akintayo, who recently bagged a PhD in Education from the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED). The governor's gesture was in recognition of Akintayo's remarkable achievement, which has inspired many Nigerians.

Akintayo's story is a testament to the power of determination and hard work. Despite her advanced age, she pursued her academic dreams with zeal, earning a PhD in Education at 85. Her achievement has been hailed as a milestone, not only for herself but also for the university and the state.

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Governor Dapo Abiodun has gifted ₦2.5m to 85-year-old Dr Cecilia Akintayo after bagging PhD at the age of 82 from TASUED.
Governor Abiodun honours 85-year-old PhD holder Photo Credit: @DapoAbiodunCON
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Governor Abiodun, represented by the Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, praised Akintayo for her exceptional achievement. He noted that her story would motivate others, particularly the younger generation, to strive for academic excellence.

The governor's cash gift was seen as a well-deserved reward for Akintayo's hard work and dedication. It also demonstrated the state government's commitment to recognizing and rewarding academic excellence. Akintayo's achievement has brought pride to the state, and the governor's gesture is a fitting recognition of her remarkable feat.

Akintayo's PhD achievement has been celebrated widely, with many Nigerians congratulating her on social media. Her story inspires many, and her achievement will undoubtedly motivate others to pursue their academic dreams, regardless of their age or background.

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Bada Yusuf (Politics and Current Affairs Editor) Yusuf Amoo Bada is an accomplished writer with 7 years of experience in journalism and writing, he is also politics and current affairs editor with Legit.ng. He holds B.A in Literature from OAU, and Diploma in Mass Comm. He has obtained certificates in Advance Digital Reporting, News Lab workshop, Journalism AI Discovery. He previously worked as Editor with OperaNews. Legit’s Best Editor of the Year for Politics and Current Affairs Desk (2023). Contact: bada.yusuf.amoo@corp.legit.ng