University of Ibadan Engineering Student Graduates with Second-Class Upper, Breaks Family Record
- A young Nigerian man went viral as he celebrated the completion of his engineering studies at the University of Ibadan
- He opened up about how he emerged as the president of his department, Petroleum Engineering, while in school
- His story drew reactions on social media, as many people congratulated the law graduate on his academic feat
A young Nigerian man, Miracle Okeke, celebrated his graduation from the University of Ibadan (UI) in grand style.
An excited Miracle took to social media to announce that he bagged a second-class upper degree in Petroleum Engineering.
Source: Twitter
Departmental president bags UI engineering degree
Identified on X as @MiracleOkeke13, the young man said he was the first engineer in his family, revealing that he served as the president of his department, petroleum engineering.
The graduate also showcased his awards and achievements during his stay at the University of Ibadan.
He said in his tweet:
"My home’s first Engineer! OKEKE, Miracle Chibuikem. (GMNSE. GMNIEE.) Bsc. Petroleum Engineering, Second Class Honours (Upper Division) University of Ibadan.
"Award winning Departmental President. Represented UI in both basketball and academics and had wins in both. God did.
Showing his achievements, he added:
"GRATEFUL. GROUNDED. GUIDED. Bsc. Petroleum Engineering (GMNSE, GMNIEE) Second Class Honours (Upper Division) University of Ibadan
"President, Society of Petroleum Engineers - UI Vice President, Society of Petroleum Engineers - UI Asst. General Secretary, Society of Petroleum Engineers - UI
"Awardee, SPE Lagos Section and SPE Nigeria Council. Two Research Papers/Publications (OnePetro) Cohort President, DWDG UI 2024. 2X Finance and Patnerships Lead, Boys without Borders UI PCI Chair, National Society of Black Engineers UI
"Several Team lead, Committee Head roles across various organizations. Captain, Independence Hall Basketball. Captain, Faculty of Technology Basketball. Basketball Athlete. University of Ibadan Sport Coun
"Speaker, Energy Club UI, NAOS, SPE, BWB, amongst others. Scholar, DWDG FLP 2024 Alumni, Tube Mentorship Program 4.0 Alumni, Havard's Aspire Leaders Program. 25+ Awards and Recognitions Genesis 13:121-15."
In a chat with Legit.ng, he shared how he was able to balance his academics and leadership roles.
He said:
"Balancing leadership, academics, and sports was never about being superhuman — it was about being structured. As a Petroleum Engineering student at the University of Ibadan, serving in leadership within the Society of Petroleum Engineers student chapter while playing for the school’s basketball team, I learned early that clarity is power.
"Academics were non-negotiable. Leadership was purpose-driven. Sports has always been my mental reset. I built weekly systems, respected my time, and learned to say no."
See his X post below:
Netizens celebrate UI second-class upper graduate
@DrealBernoulli said:
"Congratulations brother"
@Abikeoluwa_ said:
"Congratulations my 001!"
@AdamBolaji11 said:
"001 The only way from here is up. Ahead ahead, brother."
@Muustyy007 said:
"Congratulations my Leader. loke loke."
Source: Twitter
Another University of Ibadan graduate shared how he had planned on graduating with a second-class upper division, but ended up with a first-class
The young man said he fed on the mindset that UI was hard, which made him aim for a 2:1.
He stated that when he got a perfect CGPA in 100-level, he decided to put in more effort and worked towards graduating with a first class.
In a related story, UNILAG's best graduating student shared how he was rejected by the University of Ibadan.
LASU BGS shares admission experience
Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that the Lagos State University's (LASU) best graduating student opened up about her admission experience.
In an insightful interview with Legit.ng, the young lady shared her admission struggle, experience in school, and future goals.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
