Nigerian Lady Graduates Top of Her Class with 4.80/5.00 First-Class in Biochemistry

New AfricaDecember 19, 2024December 22, 202406 mins

In an inspiring display of academic brilliance, Olayinka Esther Olaniyi has emerged as the top graduate in Biochemistry at the University of Lagos, Nigeria, with an extraordinary First-Class Honours degree and a CGPA of 4.80/5.0. Her achievement stands as a testament to her resilience, determination, and unyielding pursuit of excellence. A Journey Fueled by Determination…

28-Year-Old Becomes First Black Woman to Earn PhD in Biochemistry at a US University

New AfricaJune 28, 2024June 28, 202406 mins

Chantrell Frazier, a 28-year-old student-athlete, has set a remarkable milestone by becoming the first Black woman to earn a Doctorate in Biochemistry from Florida International University (FIU). Her journey to this historic achievement is a testament to her perseverance, passion, and the solid foundation laid by her earlier education at a Historically Black College and…