The last WhatsApp chat of UNILAG Law graduate Maryam Agoro, who sadly died a day after her convocation, has gone viral online, revealing her heartfelt desire to attend the ceremony despite poor health and leaving the university community and social media deeply mournful.
The heartbreaking last WhatsApp chat of Maryam Agoro, a University of Lagos (UNILAG) graduate who passed away a day after her convocation, has gone viral online. The chat, which surfaced on social media, showed Maryam expressing how much she wished she could attend the ceremony.
Maryam, a law graduate, reportedly participated in the convocation shoot, but her poor health prevented her from fully enjoying the event. Tragically, she passed away the following morning, Wednesday, January 21, 2026, leaving her friends and classmates devastated.
A coursemate, Amah ThankGod, shared the screenshots on TikTok, expressing his shock and sorrow over Maryam’s untimely death. He wrote: “We had our convocation on the 20th and lost one of our coursemate the following morning. She died the next day, morning. I’m just speechless! If you know her, you know she isn’t the troublesome one. Her smile is charming and her heart is large! She’s a beautiful human”.
The post quickly went viral, with many social media users expressing sadness and sending condolences to Maryam’s family and friends. Maryam’s death has sparked conversations about the importance of supporting young graduates as they transition from academic life to professional pursuits.
Maryam’s friends and acquaintances remembered her as a bright and ambitious individual who had big dreams despite her health challenges. Her passing has left a void in the lives of those who knew her.
The University of Lagos community is still reeling from the news of Maryam’s passing, with many expressing their condolences and paying tribute to her.
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