A 78-year-old man, Dr. Hammid Taju, made history at UNILAG’s 56th convocation by earning a PhD in French, leading a ceremony that celebrated thousands of graduates, academic excellence, and distinguished contributions to education and humanity.
A 78-year-old man, Dr. Hammid Taju, has been conferred with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in French at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) 56th convocation ceremony. Dr. Taju is the oldest graduating student this year, and his achievement is a testament to the power of perseverance and dedication to education.
The institution’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Folasade Ogunsola, announced Dr. Taju’s feat, highlighting that he obtained his PhD at a remarkable 78 years old. Another notable graduate is Oba Sulaimon Bangbande, the Olofin of Isheri, who bagged a Master of Science ((link unavailable)) in System Engineering.
A total of 5,775 students graduated from UNILAG’s School of Postgraduate Studies and University of Lagos Business School (ULBS). Among them, 41 postgraduate diploma students made distinctions, while 429 Master’s degree graduates earned distinctions. Additionally, 32 out of 112 ULBS students achieved distinction.
The convocation ceremony also recognized outstanding contributions to scholarship and humanity. Two retired academics, Prof. James Olowokudejo and Prof. Duro Oni, were honored as Emeritus Professors, while Prof. Akinsanya Osibogun was conferred with the title of Distinguished Professor.
Prof. Ogunsola emphasized the importance of academic excellence, announcing that gold medals would be awarded to Prof. Ayoka Olusakin, a Professor of Counselling Psychology. The Vice Chancellor thanked members of the UNILAG Senate, staff, alumni, partners, and stakeholders for their continued commitment to the institution.
The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN), urged graduates to be good ambassadors of the university and called for stricter legislation against cybercrimes.
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SOURCES: ALLSCHOOL, THE NATION
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