DELSU Graduate Who Nearly Gave Up on School Bags First Class Degree, Photos Go Viral
- A Nigerian graduate has shared his joy on social media after earning a first-class degree in Mechanical Engineering
- According to the graduate, he faced challenges during his academic journey that almost made him quit school
- However, the determined graduate persevered and finally completed his university degree with flying colors
A Nigerian graduate expressed great satisfaction on social media after completing a first-class degree in Mechanical Engineering.
The accomplishment followed a challenging period at university that had almost led him to discontinue his studies before he reached the end of his programme.
Source: Twitter
Graduate emotional over first-class degree
Despite the difficulties he encountered throughout his academic years, he remained resolute and eventually finished his degree with an excellent result.
The graduate, who posted the update on X using the handle @UbohChukwuka, recounted a moment when he had considered abandoning his education.
He explained that his doubts had not stemmed from any perceived lack of ability but rather from circumstances that had appeared insurmountable at the time.
He later graduated with first-class honours in Mechanical Engineering from Delta State University during the institution’s 18th convocation ceremony.
He also conveyed appreciation to those who had stood by him throughout the process.
In his words:
"There was a time I almost gave up. Not because I wasn’t capable. But because the odds didn’t look negotiable. Today, I graduated with a First Class degree in Mechanical Engineering from Delta State University, at the 18th Convocation Ceremony. I’m deeply grateful to everyone."
Source: Twitter
Graduate recounts experience as he bags first class
His story resonated with Nigerians who recognised the perseverance required to succeed in a demanding field such as mechanical engineering.
The graduate noted that the obstacles he faced tested his determination but had not diminished his commitment to completing his studies.
He noted that reaching the final stage of his programme felt like a relief after a long and tough journey.
The 18th convocation at Delta State University marked the formal conclusion of his undergraduate education.
The first-class classification placed him among the highest-achieving students in his graduating cohort.
For the graduate, the result represented the culmination of years of effort and focus despite moments of pain.
He emphasised that his gratitude extended to everyone who had supported him along the way, whether through encouragement, advice or practical assistance.
The graduate, however, did not elaborate on the specific nature of the challenges he had faced but made clear that they were serious enough to make him question whether he could continue.
In the end, he chose to persist and was rewarded with one of the most distinguished academic honours available at undergraduate level.
See the post below:
Lady bags first class degree
Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that a University of Ibadan nursing student graduated with a first-class honours degree from the Faculty of Nursing, in the College of Medicine.
Celebrating her academic achievement on X (formerly Twitter), the nursing graduate revealed that she gained admission into the university in 2019.
Source: Legit.ng
