Nigerian Lady Rejected At UK Varsity, Bags First Class In Law At Same Varsity 3yrs Later

Oyin Olukotun, a beautiful Nigerian lady has shared her academic journey on social media after graduating from Cambridge University with a first-class degree honor in Law.

Oyin in her LinkedIn post revealed how she missed her grades to get into Cambridge University three years ago and now she finally bags degree from same varsity with first class. 

The young lady said she suffered imposter syndrome (the persistent inability to believe that one’s success is deserved or has been legitimately achieved as a result of one’s own efforts or skills). 

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In her words: 

“3 years ago I missed my grades to get into Cambridge. Today I graduate from Cambridge with a First Class degree in Law. 

“Having felt imposter syndrome regularly throughout the degree to placing within the top 15% of my cohort, I have achieved what my 16 year old self could only dream of and am extremely proud of my achievement.

“I could not have completed this degree without the encouragement and support of my friends, family and pastoral support at my college. I remain eternally grateful.”

“I now look forward to starting my commercial law career with CMS Academy tomorrow✨?” 

Her story inspired many Social media users as they congratulate her for her academic success, below are some of the comments we picked; 

Leslie wrote: Well done Oyin you are inspirational. Remember often it isn’t imposter syndrome we are made to feel but trespasser syndrome, that somehow we do not deserve a seat at the table alongside our peers.

Well you’ve blown that right idea right out of the water. You have more than proven you place is at least equal to your colleagues if not more deserving.

The other great thing Oyin about your message is the fact you didn’t give up. Now I don’t know you but I do know so many people would have been discouraged by the fact they didn’t pass their exams or failed to make the right grades or whatever just fill in the gap. But the fact you stuck with it despite disappointment is a tribute to you.

Oftentimes it is all about staying power, all it takes between failure and success is just another push to get us over the line to achieve our goal but disappointment makes us give up and we never realise the greatness we could have achieved. Oyin you are going to be amazing. Enjoy your success, thank you for sharing your story and continue being great!

Caroline Hales wrote: I don’t know you but to read this amazing story and wow graduate from Cambridge with a first in Law. Super proud of you. The world is yours now. Enjoy young lady

Jonathan wrote: Congratulations, thank you for giving it in full what were needed to achieve this, you really let the world know the meaning of commitment and focus, your achievement is so inspiring may God guide and protect you till you reach the pinnacles of your career. More Testimonies.

Babatunde wrote: Hmmm…Seeing that u eventually came out strong…this will help inspire other women who are struggling with the imposter syndrome to never back down on their dreams. Congrats Oyin.

Glory wrote: Congratulations Oyin Olukotun
Obstacles aren’t total failures
Even when their weights weighing you down
You keep moving till you reach the end of the line
Giving up is not an option, not.

Ballah wrote: Big congratulations, Oyin! I get the feeling that you’re going to make this just the beginning of many more success stories in your life. Bravo!

Hassan wrote: Overwhelmed with ur performance Oyin! Sky is ur starting point has u begins new journey. Congratulations 🎊🎉 More wins to bagged.

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