Meet Omolara Ogunlana: 21-Year-Old Who Made History with a Perfect 5.00 CGPA in Aerospace Engineering from ABUAD

A 21-year-old Nigerian lady identified as Omolara Ogunlana has started making headlines in the country as she graduated with a historic 5.00/5.00CGPA in Aerospace Engineering from ABUAD (Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti).

Afe Babalola University is a private research university located in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria. It was founded by a lawyer and philanthropist, Afe Babalola, in 2009.

The excited beautiful Young lady who emerged as the overall best-graduating student from ABUAD in the year 2024 took to her official LinkedIn page to share the latest development to all and sundry few hours ago.

Apart from being the Valedictorian at this year’s 2024 convocation at ABUAD, Omolara Ogunlana also bagged two other awards which include the Best Graduating Student in the Department of Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering as well as Best Graduating Student in the College of Engineering 2024.

Also, Omolara Ogunlana was inducted as a Graduate Member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (GMNSE). She remained outstanding all through the five-year course in school scoring A in all the tests and examinations.

Showing how Intelligent she is, Omolara participated in a lot of activities during her undergraduate days in Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti (ABUAD).

Omolara Ogunlala despite being on a 5.00/5.000CGPA throughout her University days was the Course Representative for her department (2019-2024).

She was the Assistant General Secretary for the Engineering Female Student Support Program (2020/2021). Omolara Ogunlana was Financial Secretary for StudySmart ABUAD (2021/2022).

She was also the Academic Secretary for the Nigerian Universities Engineering Students’ Association (NUESA) at ABUAD (2022/2023).

Celebrating the latest development, Omolara Ogunlana via her LinkedIn page wrote;

“Dreams do come true! I’m here to affirm that your dreams are VALID! If someone had told me years ago that I would reach this point, I wouldn’t have believed it. On October 15, 2024, I was inducted into the Nigerian Society of Engineers as a graduate member, and just days later, on October 21, I graduated with a degree in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering.

I’m thrilled to share that I graduated with a First Class degree: CGPA 5.0/5.0. I was honored to be recognized as:

– Best Graduating Student in the Department of Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
– Best Graduating Student in the College of Engineering
– Overall Best Graduating Student at Afe Babalola University for 2024

I owe this achievement to God Almighty, my parents, godparents, family, friends, and all the faculty members of the College of Engineering at ABUAD.

Throughout my undergraduate journey, I served in various roles, including:

– Course Representative for my department (2019-2024)
– Assistant General Secretary for the Engineering Female Student Support Program (2020/2021)
– Financial Secretary for StudySmart ABUAD (2021/2022)
– Academic Secretary for the Nigerian Universities Engineering Students’ Association (NUESA) at ABUAD (2022/2023)

As I close this chapter of my life, I’ve taken time to reflect on my mistakes and areas for improvement. As Philippians 1:6 says, “Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” I am confident that the God who has begun this good work in my life will see it through to completion.

I’m excited for the next chapter in my life and to pursue my dreams in my field!”

See the screenshot of the post by 21-year-old Omolara Ogunlana who graduated with a historic 5.00/5.00CGPA in Aerospace Engineering from ABUAD below;

See reactions below;

Engr. Margaret Oguntala, FNSE, FNSChE, FNIEE wrote; A very big congratulations to you dear. I have no doubt that you will do The Nigerian Society of Engineers proud as you navigate the profession. And in line the ABUAD Anthem, Excellence is assured.

Olaore Joseph says; Congratulations to my dear friend Omolara Ogunlana on being recognized as the overall best graduating student! Your hard work, dedication, and passion have truly paid off. During your internship at Bristow, I saw you demonstrate incredible problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and teamwork. You tackled challenges with confidence and consistently. I’m so proud of you and can’t wait to see all the amazing things you will accomplish in the future! Keep shining and thank you for all the JPNGs. lolz.

Peace Akomolafe commented; Congratulations omolara!.

Saheed Toluwani A. reacted; For a moment, I had given up on academic excellence because it seemed like my efforts weren’t showing in my grades, but seeing this, I’m motivated to keep pushing against all the obstacles in my academic journey.

Congratulations, you’re celebrated.

Olamide Soleye said; Congratulationss, this is just the beginning of greater accomplishments.