The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu awarded a N20million cash gift to the best graduating students of the Lagos State University 29th and 30th ceremony.
The two best graduating students, Ayilara Lawal Olawale (Project Management, 4.96 CGPA) for the 2024/2025 session, and Adebanjo Samuel Oluolamide (Aerospace Engineering, 4.97 CGPA) for the 2025/2026 session were highly applauded by the governor.
According to the governor, it was a celebration of the hard work and brilliant achievements of the graduating class.
He also added that the ceremony marks his final convocation visit as a governor, therefore gifting N20M is a way of marking is recognition of exceptional talent.
He congratulated the two best graduating students, and expressed appreciation for their achievements, stating that he is proud of them.
“Reaching this height demands relentless focus and both of you have shown exactly what discipline can accomplish. Lagos is deeply proud of you, I am proud of you and my commitment to investing in our youth remains firm through my very last day in office.” He stated.
He also congratulated all other graduating students, while giving them due accolade.
“To everyone else graduating today, congratulations. You’ve worked very hard and deserve all the accolades.”