The Lagos State Government (LASG) on Thursday gifted the best-graduating student at the Lagos State University (LASU), Olaniyi Olawale, with a sum of N10 million.
Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu made the announcement at the 27th Convocation of the Lagos State University, which held at the Buba Marwa Auditorium in LASU.
NAN reports that some eminent stakeholders, Prince Tajudeen Olusi and Dr Samuel Adedoyin, were awarded honorary doctorates while two professors, distinguished Prof. Amidu Sanni and Emeritus Prof. Martins Anetekhai were elevated.
“LASU has continued to lead in academic excellence. Products of this great institution have continued to excel in all their chosen fields.
“Just last week, I swore in some new judges for Lagos State, 10 out of the 13 new judges were alumni of LASU, that has gone to show that we’re indeed great,” Sanwo-Olu said.
The governor also advocated for more inclusivity for women in subsequent editions.
“I’d like to see more inclusivity for our women, as all our recipients are men. We need to have at least a woman in the mix,” he said.
The governor applauded the institution’s governing council for ensuring all-round education.
“LASU remains the best state university in Nigeria, and also the most digitally-advanced university in Nigeria.
NAN reports that no fewer than 11,195 students graduated from the state university. (NAN)
