The overall best graduating student at Lagos State University was awarded N10 million in recognition of his academic excellence.
Samuel Oluolamide, a student of Aerospace Engineering, achieved a cumulative grade point of 4.97.
He was presented with a dummy cheque of N10 million during the pre-convocation event on Monday.
Oluolamide announced his achievement on X, describing it as “God’s doing.”
“4.97 / 5.00 CGPA. Overall Best Graduating Student, Lagos State University (2025/2026). Out of 8,653 graduates across all faculties, God did it! First Class Honours in Aerospace Engineering. Full journey thread dropping soon,” he wrote.
The cash prize was presented under the Sunbeth Excellence Partnership Programme.
The programme connects top-performing students with real industry opportunities in agriculture, logistics, and energy.
“SEPP isn’t just an award. It’s your gateway to mentorship, career pathways, and professional development that starts while you’re still in school,” the organisers stated.
The award is part of SEPP’s efforts, in partnership with corporate organisations, to reward academic excellence.
Digital Operations Manager at The Students Forum Nigeria.
