UNILAG: Governor Abiodun Gives N10m Each to 2 Best-Graduating Students
- Governor Dapo Abiodun has honoured the two best-graduating students at the University of Lagos (UNILAG)
- Abiodun appointed Samuel Badekale and Haroun Adebakin as Education Ambassadors of Ogun State
- The All Progressive Congress (APC) governor also gave the two young men who emerged with a perfect 5.0 CGPA the sum of N10m each best-graduating
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Abeokuta, Ogun state - Governor Dapo Abiodun has appointed Samuel Badekale and Haroun Adebakin—who emerged as the best graduating students at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) with a perfect 5.0 CGPA as Education Ambassadors of Ogun State.
Governor Abiodun said the UNILAG's best-graduating students are to engage with students, share their experiences, and encourage academic excellence.

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“To recognize their dedication and inspire future generations, we have appointed them as Education Ambassadors of Ogun State. In this role, they will engage with students, share their experiences, and encourage academic excellence.”
Governor Abiodun gives N10m each to UNILAG'sbest-graduating best-graduating students
The governor of the gateway state also gave Badekale and Adebakin the sum of N10 million each.
“To further appreciate their hard work, we are supporting them with N10 million each as a token of our gratitude and a symbol of the limitless opportunities that come with diligence and perseverance.”
The governor made this known in a statement issued via his X handle @DapoAbiodunCON on Friday, March 12.
Abiodun said his administration will continue to honor and support exceptional individuals who make Ogun State proud.
The governor said Ogun state takes immense pride in celebrating excellence, and the UNILAG first-class graduates' remarkable achievement is not only a personal victory but also a moment of pride for the state and Nigeria at large.

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“We celebrate these ambassadors and encourage other students to embrace hard work, discipline, and integrity, knowing that success comes through commitment and determination.”
Legit.ng earlier reported that Badekale opened up about his experience while trying to gain admission into a tertiary institution after his secondary school education.
Badekale, who graduated with a perfect 5.0 cumulative grade point average (CGPA), also shared how the University of Ibadan rejected him.
In this insightful interview with Legit.ng, Samuel shared his admission struggle, experience in school, what sets him apart, and his future goals.
Legit.ng also reported that Oyindamola Arikawe, a first-class graduate of Mass Communication from UNILAG, credited her success to determination, discipline, and the influence of her parents.
Despite facing personal challenges like procrastination and balancing commitments, she remained focused and achieved her goal of excelling academically.
Arikawe advises students to give their best, trust in God, and actively participate in various activities.
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Legit.ng reports that two students emerged as the over best-graduating students with a perfect CGPA of 5.0.
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