Law Student Juggles Two Master's Degrees and Full-Time Job
Similoluwa Awe, a Nigerian lawyer currently pursuing a Master of Laws (LL.M.) at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), has earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Miva Open University with an outstanding grade point average of 4.96 out of 5.0. Her achievement has sparked widespread celebration on social media, with many praising her determination and discipline.
From a Modest Beginning to Academic Excellence
In a LinkedIn post, Awe recounted her journey: 'Two years ago, I submitted my application for this Master's programme from a desk in a law office where I earned ₦100,000 monthly. What I lacked in resources, I made up for with determination.' She self-sponsored the MBA degree, simultaneously pursued her LL.M. at UNILAG, and worked a full-time job in Lagos. Along the way, she changed jobs twice and grew beyond her comfort zone. 'Today, I stand stronger, wiser, and more confident in what God can do with a willing heart,' she wrote.
Social Media Reactions Celebrate Her Success
Her story triggered an outpouring of congratulations and admiration online. Chioma Alumonah commented: 'Congratulations!!!! I remember the post you made when you got admitted into Miva University. You held the box you received from the school with a T-shirt and other student items in it. Now seeing this post about you graduating with honours is a full circle moment. You did this!! Well done.' Nnedinso Onah added: 'I am so happy for you. To work a full time job and still run your Masters program in Law and graduate with such an amazing result is no walk in the park. Take your flowers.' Mayowa Adetukasi said: 'I am proud of you Similoluwa. I can only pray that you continually attain enviable heights by God's grace.' Ijeoma Nwanosike exclaimed: 'At this point, Simiii for president!!!!! My girl thank you for being such a huge source of inspiration to me and several others!!! I'm rooting for you always big sis and I tap into this testimony for myself!!! Super proud of you sweetie, the world is your stage!!!!'
Broader Context of Nigerian Academic Excellence
In a related story, UNILAG's best graduating student shared how he was rejected by the University of Ibadan, while another graduate staged a one-man protest over unemployment. Meanwhile, the Lagos State University's (LASU) best graduating student opened up about her admission experience in an interview with Legit.ng, sharing her admission struggle, experience in school, and future goals.
