See Photo Of Babcock University's Best Graduating Student With 4.96 CGPA

The best graduating student of Babcock University, Ilishan, Ogun State, is non other than Miss Comfort Ekaette Inyang. The 21 year old graduated from the computer science department topping the 2015/2016 session with a CGPA of 4.96 Which puts her in the first class division of the 1,616 graduates from the Stallion class of 2016.

Inyang said she set the goal to become the best student right from her first day in the university and was never distracted by frivolities. “I was very focused, never had a boyfriend on campus but had close friends who supported me. I was actively involved in school activities. I had a timetable and I adhered strictly to it”.

“Babcock University not only taught me but also showed me that it is possible to excel in every aspect of my life without compromising my dream and aspirations. This institution also opened my eyes to the challenges that confront Nigeria and has taught me that I can be a vital part of the solution”, she said.

Inyag walked home with four academic awards, including the Vice Chancellor’s prize for the best graduating student, Saying the university had shaped her life positively, paving her successful career path.

There were 33 graduates in the first class division of the 1616 stallion class of 2016, the convocation was a huge success and joy for both the graduates and their respective family and friends.

The ceremony was attended by the Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, President of the Nigerian Stock Exchange, Aigboje Aig- Imoukhuede, representative of Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosu, pioneer Vice Chancellor, Prof James Kayode Makinde, among other dignitaries.

Also speaking, the Vice Chancellor, Prof Ademola Tayo applauded the students performance and charged them to keep the banner of excellence higher. Although a lot of the students were already playing leadership role in different spheres, he implored them to continue their good work and invest their skills and good moral acquired from the university in the growth and development of the country.