UNILAG's First-Class Graduate With Highest CGPA in History of Mass Comm Speaks on Academic Feat
- Tosin Odunewu graduates with a historic CGPA of 4.89, the highest in Mass Communication at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka
- Odunewu attributes her success to a consistent reading schedule and daily study habits
- She describes her academic achievement as significant and deeply fulfilling, evoking a sense of disbelief
Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering basic and tertiary education in Nigeria and worldwide
Akoka, Lagos State - A first-class graduate of Mass Communication, University of Lagos (UNILAG), Tosin Iyanuoluwa Odunewu, has shared secrets of her academic excellence.
Odunewu graduated with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.89 during the 2024-2025 session.
Source: Twitter
The outstanding result is the highest in the history of Mass Communication at the Lagos-based federal university.
As reported by Nigerian Tribune, she said it feels amazing to have scattered the departmental record.
The fresh graduate with brain and beauty said she was consistent with her reading timetable.
She described her academic feat as significant, meaningful, and a feeling of deep fulfillment.
The first-class graduate said she scored 272 in UTME and also had 21 points in my Post-UTME.
According to Odunedu, she was moved to Mass Communication because she was about 1.3 points short of the catchment requirement for Law.
Speaking about what she did differently to graduate with a CGPA of 4.89/5.0, she said:
“I did not joke with my reading timetable. No matter how tight my schedule was, I tried to read every day, even if it was just for five or ten minutes. That consistency made a difference over time. I think a lot of students do not understand that reading for a short period of time every day or some days in the week actually helps greatly.
“Graduating with a CGPA of 4.89, which is the highest in the history of Mass Communication at the University of Lagos, feels amazing. At first, it did not feel real. It felt almost surreal, like it had not truly happened. But when convocation was close, it became real. I realised that I had achieved something truly significant and meaningful, and that feeling was deeply fulfilling.”
Source: UGC
7 UNILAG first-class graduates from Mass Communication
Recall that the UNILAG Mass Communication programme under the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies has continued to produce exceptional graduates.
The classes of 2025 and 2026 recorded dozens of first-class achievers whose journeys reflected resilience, creativity, and determination.
Their collective story highlighted how discipline, community support, and adaptability shaped their success across journalism, public relations, advertising, film, and digital media.
University of Ibadan's MBBS valedictorian reflects on journey
Legit.ng also reported that the University of Ibadan's valedictorian at the MBSS class of 2025, Inioluwa John Joshua, overcame challenges to excel in medical school.
Joshua achieved numerous awards, showcasing his dedication and hard work during his studies.
He attributes his success to resilience, consistency, and a commitment to excellence in every endeavour.
Source: Legit.ng
