Best Graduating Student: Nigerian Girl Wins Scholarship to US University, School Celebrates Her
- Stella Maris International School celebrated one of their students for her outstanding achievement in winning a scholarship to study political science at Goucher University, Maryland
- In a recent TikTok post, the school highlighted Azeez Azeezat's accomplishments, noting that she was this year’s best graduating student
- Although she was unable to attend the award ceremony, her brilliance and academic excellence were honoured at the event, which was dedicated to recognising exceptional students
A young student, Azeez Azeezat, who won a scholarship to study political science at Goucher University, Maryland, was celebrated by her school, Stella Maris International School.
In a TikTok post, the school revealed the young girl was the best graduating student this year.
Source: TikTok
They indicated that though she was not present to receive her award, her brilliance shines through for all to see.
The video was posted by @stellamarischoolabuja. The caption read:
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“Our Best Graduating Student may not have been here in person, but her brilliance shines through. Congratulations Azeez Azeezah on your outstanding performance, we are so proud of you and can’t wait to see you shine so bright for all the world to see! Azeezah resumes School at Goucher College, Maryland USA with almost a 100% fully funded Scholarship! She will be majoring in Political Science. Feats of excellence like this are synonymous with Stella Maris Schools. At Stella Maris Schools Abuja, we nurture every student to believe in their potential and strive for excellence. The final batch for the Common Entrance Exam is on August 10th, 2024.”
Niyi Oyedeji, a Nigerian who got a scholarship to study abroad and eventually graduated with distinction, spoke to Legit.ng about his experience:
"My experience at Swansea University was incredibly fulfilling. It provided a robust foundation in communication, media practice, and public relations. It equipped me with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to advance in my career."
Watch the video below:
Legit.ng compiled some of the reactions below:
LiciaThread said:
“Where she go?”
Lovie fan page wrote:
“Why isn’t she there.”
Pretty_omahlicha commented:
“Proud mother.”
Ene’s Tv:
“Where is she?”
Akingbade jr:
“Na why us wea no no book out parents day vex for us because of people like Una.”
Bigwills_xx:
“Why her classmates no Dey happy for her?”
User47974982566934:
“Why did she now come?”
In a related story, Legit.ng reported that a Nigerian lady who graduated from Birmingham University joined the Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo challenge with a young man.
Nigerian graduate celebrates first-class degree
Meanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that a Nigerian lady, Charity Mmuo, who graduated with first class from the department of microbiology posted her achievement on TikTok.
In the clip, the lady revealed that she graduated from Nnamdi Azikwe University and was the second-best student in her department.
She was shown wearing her graduation uniform while posing for photos, showing that the achievement meant a lot to her.
Proofreading by Nkem Ikeke, journalist and copy editor at Legit.ng.
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