Executive Chairman of the Edo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr. Paddy Iyamu, has celebrated the achievements of the Akoko Edo born, Mr. James Ojo Alleh, the best graduating student from the University of Benin (UNIBEN) when he received the scholar in his office.
Allen achieved a stunning Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.98/5.0, in Petroleum Engineering Department, making him the highest since the university’s founded in 1970.
During the meeting, Allen shared his challenges in funding his education, which initially led him to teach before securing the Bedrock Scholarship in 2022. He credited the scholarship’s financial support and mentorship programme as instrumental to his academic success.
Dr. Iyamu expressed immense pride in Allen’s academic accomplishments, stating, “This is what we strive for – enabling young leaders to realize their potential proving that anyone from humble beginnings can achieve greatness.”
To further celebrate his success, Dr. Iyamu gave Allen one million Naira, acknowledging both his hard work and potential in addition to the star prize he won from UNIBEN.
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