A graduate of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has achieved a significant academic milestone by earning a PhD degree in educational psychology from Texas Tech University in the United States. The young scholar, Opeyemi Ogunyomi, expressed great joy that a vision once written on the walls of his father's sitting room has now become a reality.
Academic Achievements
Opeyemi proudly shared his list of six academic degrees on Facebook on May 14, alongside his graduation photoshoot. His educational journey includes:
- PhD in Educational Psychology – Texas Tech University
- MEd in Educational Psychology – Texas Tech University
- Graduate Certificate in Mixed Methods Research Methodology – Texas Tech University
- MEd in Guidance and Counseling – University of Lagos
- Post Graduate Diploma in Education – University of Lagos
- BSc in Industrial Chemistry – University of Ilorin
Inspirational Message
In his Facebook post, Opeyemi wrote: "TODAY. A boy from Nigeria officially graduates with a PhD in Educational Psychology from Texas Tech University. What once lived on the wall of my father's sitting room as a written vision… became reality today. By grace." He emphasized that for many people from backgrounds like his, reaching this point carries sacrifice, uncertainty, faith, and generations of hope. He added: "Today is a reminder that vision matters. Persistence matters. Grace matters."
Reactions from Friends and Family
The post garnered numerous congratulatory messages. Blessing Matthew wrote: "Big, big congratulations to you, Dr. Uncle Ope. God will keep taking you far." Adegoke Adekemi said: "Congratulations to you. Continue to thrive and prosper." Gbade Akinrinmade commented: "Congratulations Dr. Ope Ogunyomi. New wings, greater heights like the eagle that you are!!! I am not surprised at all. You are born and built for the top only." Femi Ogunyomi added: "Congratulations my dear son... This is great value to the Ogunyomi family and Kwara State at large. We are all proud of your great achievement."
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In a similar story, a UNILAG graduate bagged a PhD degree ten years after earning her bachelor's degree. Additionally, a man with three master's degrees recently earned a PhD at Babcock University, attributing his success to God.
