Anatomy Scholar Achieves Top Honors at Federal University Oye-Ekiti Convocation
A brilliant young Nigerian woman has achieved remarkable academic distinction by emerging as the overall best graduating student at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE). Adeniyi Maryam Adedolapo, a dedicated anatomy student, claimed this prestigious honor during the institution's 10th convocation ceremony held on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
Exceptional Academic Performance and Social Media Celebration
The excited fresh graduate, who completed her undergraduate studies with an outstanding cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.89, took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to celebrate her significant academic achievement. Maryam shared captivating photographs from her convocation ceremony and graduation photoshoot, proudly wearing her academic gown while expressing profound gratitude.
Maryam, who also serves as a health blogger and web designer, attributed her success to divine grace, beginning her celebratory message with "Alhamdulillah" (Praise be to God). She extended heartfelt appreciation to everyone who celebrated, prayed for, and supported her throughout her academic journey, emphasizing her deep thankfulness for their contributions.
Her viral tweet, which garnered substantial engagement with over 10,000 views, 466 likes, 79 retweets, and 35 comments at the time of reporting, read: "Grateful to Almighty Allah for the grace to graduate as the Overall Best Graduating Student of FUOYE with a CGPA of 4.89. Thank you to everyone who celebrated, prayed, and supported me. I'm deeply thankful."
Social Media Reactions and Broader Academic Context
Numerous social media users joined Maryam in celebrating her academic triumph, flooding her post with congratulatory messages and blessings. Comments ranged from "Baarakaallahu feehi" (May Allah bless her) and "A hearty congratulations" to "More knowledge, Maryam" and "The blessings of Allah won't stop here and I wish you the best after FUOYE." One particularly notable reaction humorously remarked, "Wo, you get 4 heads. Congratulations," while another exclaimed in Yoruba, "Ẹyin na tun ya werey gan nibi ìwé barakallaahu feeh" (You really excelled in your studies, may Allah bless you).
This achievement follows another recent academic milestone at FUOYE, where another first-class graduate with a 4.82 CGPA emerged as the best graduating student in her faculty. Furthermore, it echoes similar success stories across Nigerian universities, such as Chineme Reuben Esor from the University of Jos (UNIJOS), who recently shared that hard work, consistency, and discipline were key to her academic excellence as the institution's overall best graduating student.
The recognition of Maryam Adedolapo highlights the exceptional talent and dedication present within Nigeria's higher education system, particularly in demanding fields like anatomical sciences. Her accomplishment serves as an inspiration to current and prospective students across the country, demonstrating that academic excellence is achievable through perseverance and support.
