Governor Abiodun Gives ₦2.5m to 85-Year-Old PhD Graduate, Details Emerge

• Dapo Abiodun, the governor of Ogun state, has gifted cash of N2.5 million to 85-year-old Dr Cecilia Akintayo
• Akintayo is being celebrated for bagging a doctorate in education at the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) in Ogun State
• According to the governor, Akintayo is a source of motivation and inspiration for young people to always pursue academic excellence

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has presented a cash gift of N2.5 million to 85-year-old Dr. Cecilia Akintayo, who recently bagged a PhD in Education from the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED). The governor's gesture was in recognition of Akintayo's remarkable achievement, which has inspired many Nigerians.

Akintayo's story is a testament to the power of determination and hard work. Despite her advanced age, she pursued her academic dreams with zeal, earning a PhD in Education at 85. Her achievement has been hailed as a milestone, not only for herself but also for the university and the state.

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Governor Abiodun, represented by the Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, praised Akintayo for her exceptional achievement. He noted that her story would motivate others, particularly the younger generation, to strive for academic excellence.

The governor's cash gift was seen as a well-deserved reward for Akintayo's hard work and dedication. It also demonstrated the state government's commitment to recognizing and rewarding academic excellence. Akintayo's achievement has brought pride to the state, and the governor's gesture is a fitting recognition of her remarkable feat.

Akintayo's PhD achievement has been celebrated widely, with many Nigerians congratulating her on social media. Her story inspires many, and her achievement will undoubtedly motivate others to pursue their academic dreams, regardless of their age or background.

Lawyer speaks on Governor Abiodun's gesture

Speaking on the governor's gesture, Okanlawon Gaffar, a legal practitioner who spoke with Legit.ng, commended the move. He said.

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"I would like to commend the governor for the gesture, which will serve as a motivation to aspire in life, irrespective of one's condition."

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Legit.ng earlier reported that the NNPP had challenged OGSIEC's conduct in the just-concluded Ogun state local government election.

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NNPP leaders and chieftains across the state gave different experiences of anomalies in the local government election.

Source: Legit.ng