A Nigerian lady named Ale Justina has inspired many on social media after sharing her remarkable journey from secondary school to earning a university degree after 10 years. She completed her secondary education in 2016 and later secured admission to a university in Ondo State in 2020, but was forced to drop out due to financial constraints. Determined to succeed, she enrolled at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Political Science.
Overcoming Financial Hardships
Justina, who goes by @rennykejii on TikTok, posted photos from her graduation ceremony, celebrating her achievement. She revealed that her academic path was fraught with challenges after leaving secondary school. Despite the setback of dropping out, she persevered and eventually earned her degree.
Delay is Not Denial
Exactly a decade after finishing secondary school, Justina donned her graduation gown, proving that persistence pays off. She captioned her viral photos with the phrase: "Delay is not denial." Her story has resonated with many, drawing reactions of congratulations and encouragement from social media users.
Social Media Reactions
Legit.ng compiled some responses to Justina's post. Abidemi Arike commented: "Another day to tell people don't waste your time on what people say I tried jamb twice and I passed but couldn't afford school fees and I just had to listen to my boss advice then who is also an Alumni in NOUN." ChaCha Store wrote: "Congratulations I must wear this gown in the next four years." MIRACLE reacted: "Same here finish secondary school 2018 no admission but I relocate to Abuja in October 2025 got admission into noun just few months after now in 200L."
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In a similar vein, Legit.ng previously reported the story of the Lagos State University (LASU) best graduating student, who shared her admission experience. In an interview, she discussed her struggles with admission, her time at school, and her future aspirations.
