UNILAG Graduate Narrates How She Almost Bagged First-Class, Posts Results and CPGA Online
- A lady who always dreamt of graduating with a first-class shares how she missed her goal of becoming a first-class graduate
- She posted her cumulative grade point average (CGPA) and the breakdown of her results online, while sharing her experience
- Many celebrated her after seeing how she almost bagged a first class, sparking congratulatory messages in the comments
A Nigerian lady, Rita Joseph, celebrated as she signed out of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) with flying colours.
The lady shared how she almost bagged a first-class in her Bachelor’s degree in Finance.
Source: UGC
On her LinkedIn page, she celebrated her academic feat days after her institution's convocation ceremony, held in January 2026.
UNILAG graduate misses out on first class, posts CGPA
Rita Joseph graduated with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.48, just 0.02 away from bagging a first class.
She narrated how getting a B in her project made her lose her chance of graduating with a first class.
Her LinkedIn post read:
1 missed a First Class degree by 0.02... and still won.
2 days ago was Coronation Day The day the University of Lagos crowned every student who survived years of pressure, sacrifice, and resilience.
And I was crowned too — with a cap. *
On the 21st of January, 2026, I officially graduated with a CGPA of 4.48/5.00. Just 0.02 away from a First Class Degree.
Do you know how that feels? I started this journey strong — 4.47 GPA in my first year. By my third and final year, I fought even harder, chasing that 4.50 like it was everything.
The night my final result dropped, I did the calculations again and again. An A in my 6-unit Project could push me there. I got a B. I cried. I cried until I couldn't breathe.
"Not because 4.48 is small, but because the dream I carried for years slipped from my hands by the tiniest margin."
"But in that moment, my family and friends held me up and reminded me of something important: I was mourning the First Class I didn't get... and forgetting to celebrate the Second Class Upper I earned.
"I didn't get the First Class handshake from the Vice-Chancellor but I did get a handshake and a hug — And honestly? That meant everything.
"So let me re-introduce myself with pride:
"I am Rita Joseph Mayowa,
"• BSc (Hons) Finance — Second Class Upper Division • ACCA (In View) • Student Leader — Sports Secretary, Finance Students Association 2024/2025 • Most Influential Sophomore Female • 2x Spectacular Sportswoman of the Year • Welfare Secretary II — St. Thomas Aquinas House, NFCS • Gold, Silver & Bronze Medalist (Football & Track) • Volunteer across multiple department & faculty events
"Not a First Class but a full-class story of resilience, leadership, and excellence. Thank you Jesus."
See her results below:
Source: UGC
Reactions as UNILAG graduate celebrates achievements
Favour Augustine said:
"Congratulations."
Lilian Udeh said:
"So proud of you Rita. This is just the beginning of greater things for you."
Fathia Olalekan AAT said:
"Congratulations."
In related stories, a man shared how he graduated after winning a KPMG scholarship, while another shared how she spent seven years in school instead of 4 years.
UNILAG student who begged for fees graduates
Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that a graduate of UNILAG celebrated her convocation as she recounted her experiences.
She shared pictures from her convocation and throwback clips of when she begged for school fees as an undergraduate.
Many who came across the post appreciated the lady’s efforts and congratulated her on her graduation.
Source: Legit.ng
