Ogun State Gov Rewards UNILAG Valedictorians N10 Million Each

By Foubri Vanessa

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has rewarded Samuel Badekale and Haroun Adebakin, the two Best Graduating Students of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) with a perfect 5.0 CGPA, with ₦10 million each and an appointment as Education Ambassadors of Ogun State.

Governor Dapo announced this on Friday via a post on X (formerly Twitter), recognizing their dedication and encouraging future generations to work hard and strive for excellence.

“In Ogun State, we take immense pride in celebrating excellence, and today, we honor two outstanding young men—Samuel Badekale and Haroun Adebakin—who emerged as the best graduating students at the University of Lagos with a perfect 5.0 CGPA. Their remarkable achievement is not only a personal victory but also a moment of pride for Ogun State and Nigeria at large.

“To recognize their dedication and inspire future generations, we have appointed them as Education Ambassadors of Ogun State. In this role, they will engage with students, share their experiences, and encourage academic excellence. To further appreciate their hard work, we are supporting them with N10 million each as a token of our gratitude and a symbol of the limitless opportunities that come with diligence and perseverance”, he said.

He also emphasized that education is a top priority for a building future agenda and that outstanding individuals from the state will be honored.

“Education remains a priority in our Building Our Future Together agenda, and we will continue to honor and support exceptional individuals who make our state proud. By investing in young minds and reforming our education sector, we are equipping our future leaders with the tools to succeed and contribute meaningfully to society”, he added.

Governor Abiodun urged other students to work hard, stay disciplined, and uphold integrity, knowing that success comes with commitment and determination.