Ondo Varsity’s Best Graduating Student Receives N500,000 Ahonaruogho Prize

Stephen Emeomi-Magi, the best graduating student of OAUSTECH, received a N500,000 prize from the Ahonaruogho family for his academic excellence.

Stephen Emeomi-Magi, the best graduating student of Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), Okitipupa, Ondo State, has been awarded N500,000 by the Ahonaruogho family of Benin City, Edo State, in recognition of his academic excellence.

The university’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Temi Ologunorisa, announced the award in a statement on Wednesday, noting that it was named the Mrs. Josephine Ajua Ahonaruogho Prize Money for Best Graduating Student.

Emeomi-Magi, a graduate of Electrical/Electronics Engineering, emerged as the top student for the 2023/2024 academic session during the institution’s convocation on March 4. Among 995 graduates, 31 achieved First Class, 367 earned Second Class Upper, 495 secured Second Class Lower, and 102 graduated with Third Class.

The scholarship was instituted by Dr. Richard Oma-Ahonaruogho, SAN, to encourage academic excellence. In his letter to OAUSTECH, he expressed hope that the award would inspire students to strive for greatness and contribute to Nigeria’s development.

The institution’s Registrar, Abiodun Okunniga, commended Emeomi-Magi for his dedication and perseverance, emphasizing that the recognition reflects his commitment to excellence. He also appreciated the Ahonaruogho family for their continued investment in students’ futures.

Emeomi-Magi, expressing his gratitude, admitted he was shocked to learn he had been named the best graduating student. He thanked God, the university management, and the Ahonaruogho family for the honor, describing the award as a reward for his hard work and dedication.

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SOURCES:ALLSCHOOL,PEOPLES GAZETTE