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The 24-Year-Old Nigerian Who Emerged as the Best Law Student at Cambridge University, UK

New AfricaJune 15, 202507 mins

Oluwatobi Olasunkanmi, a 24-year-old Nigerian, made history by becoming the best First Class Law student at the prestigious University of Cambridge, United Kingdom, in 2015. Olasunkanmi’s remarkable achievement earned him the esteemed William Charnley Prize—an award given to the top-performing First Class law graduate at Cambridge’s Hughes Hall. The exceptional academic accomplishment of Olasunkanmi stands…

Nigerian Quadruplets Make History with Masters Degrees from UK University on same day

New AfricaJune 15, 202509 mins

The Ogunsanya quadruplets, Toks, Temi, Tobi and Tolu, have achieved a remarkable feat by graduating from the same university in the United Kingdom with Masters degrees on the same day. The 23-year-old siblings, who are a set of identical sisters and identical brothers, were born in Nigeria and moved to the UK with their parents…

Exceptional Nigerian Scientist Secures Three Master’s Scholarships Simultaneously in Germany, the Netherlands, and Finland

New AfricaJune 15, 202508 mins

In the realm of academia, there are individuals who not only break barriers but shatter expectations. Ngozi Peace Edum, a brilliant Nigerian scientist, stands as a testament to resilience, determination, and academic excellence. Recently, Ngozi achieved a remarkable feat by securing not one, but three Master’s scholarships to pursue her passion for environmental studies in…

Nigerian student Victor Olalusi, scores 5.0 GPA in Russia, first in the world

New AfricaJune 15, 2025210 mins

Victor Olalusi is not your average student. He is a genius who has achieved remarkable feats in his academic journey. He is the first person in the world to score a perfect 5.0 GPA in the Faculty of Clinical Sciences, Russian National Research Medical University, Moscow (RNRMU) in 2013 . He was also the best…

Outstanding Nigerian Achiever Earns 2nd Ph.D. Following the Completion of 3 Bachelor’s Degrees and 3 Master’s Degrees

New AfricaJune 15, 202507 mins

In a stunning display of academic prowess, Dr. Temidayo Bello, a distinguished Nigerian scholar, has added another feather to his cap by earning his second Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Energy Law from the prestigious University of Ibadan. The accomplished academician, who has garnered an impressive array of degrees and certifications throughout his career, has…

Husband and wife Bag Doctorate Degree Same Day, Same Department and same University

New AfricaJune 15, 202507 mins

In a story of dedication, perseverance, and shared dreams, Dr. Austine Imoniche Oviosun and Dr. Mrs. Ezinne Chidinma Oviosun have etched their names in the annals of academic accomplishment. The Nigerian couple achieved an extraordinary feat by both earning their Doctorate Degrees on the same day from the Department of Anatomy at the College of…

Trailblazing Nigerian Agric Economist Achieves Milestone as the First Female PhD Holder at Federal University Oye Ekiti

New AfricaJune 15, 202509 mins

Oluwaseun Bamigboye is a Nigerian economist who has made history by becoming the first female PhD holder of the Federal University Oye Ekiti (FUOYE) in Nigeria. She obtained her Doctor of Philosophy degree from the Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension in December 2021, after successfully defending her thesis on the quality requirements of internet…

Priscilla Asikhia, Brilliant Nigerian lady who bagged Bachelor’s degree at 19, earns Ph.D at 25

New AfricaJune 15, 202505 mins

A brilliant Nigerian lady has written her name in the history books after earning a Ph.D at age 25. The young lady, Priscilla Asikhia, graduated from Babcock University, Osun state, South-Western Nigeria.

Razaq Juwon Lawal: From Making First $1 Million as Palm Oil Seller at 23 Years to Global Entrepreneur

New AfricaJune 15, 202507 mins

In the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, few stories capture the essence of resilience, innovation, and dedication as vividly as that of Razaq Juwon Lawal. From the early days of helping his father in a palm kernel oil business to becoming the Director of Africent Group, a conglomerate with global reach, Lawal’s journey exemplifies the transformative…

Trailblazing Journey: The First Black Woman to Earn a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Texas and Make NASA History

New AfricaJune 15, 202507 mins

From Nigeria to NASA, Wendy Okolo has made history as the first Black woman to earn a Ph.D. in aerospace engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington. She is also a research engineer at NASA Ames Research Center in Silicon Valley, where she works on cutting-edge technologies for aircraft safety and efficiency. Okolo was…