The Vice-Chancellor of Covenant University in Ota, Ogun, Prof. Abiodun Adebayo, shared exciting news during the 18th convocation ceremony for the 2022/2023 academic session. A total of 1,175 students graduated, with an impressive 283 achieving first-class honors. Let’s delve into the notable achievements and insights from this significant event.
Out of the graduating students, a remarkable 283 achieved first-class honors, showcasing the academic excellence and dedication of Covenant University students. Notably, Nelson Ifechukwu, from the Department of Electrical Electronics Engineering, emerged as the best-graduating student with an outstanding Cumulative Grade Point Average of 4.98.
Covenant University received prestigious recognition in the Times Higher Education World University and Impact Rankings. It secured the top position in Nigeria, West Africa, and an impressive 7th rank in the entire African continent. This accolade solidifies Covenant’s position as the leading private university in Nigeria and across Africa.
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abiodun Adebayo, emphasized the institution’s mission to transform students into experts, innovative thinkers, and resourceful technocrats across various fields of study. Covenant University’s dedication to academic excellence has made it a standout institution, not only in Nigeria but also on the global stage.
During the convocation ceremony, the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo, stressed the importance of indigenous solutions to address today’s challenges. He emphasized the need for Africa to embrace its true identity, as it holds the key to lasting and impactful solutions. Covenant University is on a mission to instill this perspective in its graduates, encouraging them to become job creators and contribute meaningfully to society.
Dr. David Abioye, Pro-Chancellor of Covenant University, offered valuable advice to the graduating students. He urged them not to be in haste to start big but to begin with small steps that will help build personal assets and ensure stability in their pursuit of success. “Slow and steady win the race,” he remarked, highlighting the importance of a gradual and strategic approach to achieve lasting success.