Israel Adekunle Adeniyi, a graduate from the University of Ilorin, has made history by earning the highest CGPA (4.83/5.0) ever recorded in the Faculty of Law. His incredible journey began with seven distinctions in WAEC in 2018, and it culminated in this record-breaking achievement.
Israel shared this remarkable news on his LinkedIn page, where he proudly announced his achievement and expressed gratitude for the support he received throughout his academic journey.
He wrote: “Today, I am celebrating a dual milestone – reaching 10,000 wonderful connections on LinkedIn and graduating with the highest CGPA (4.83/5.0) in the history of the Faculty of Law, University of Ilorin!”
The post quickly garnered attention, with many congratulating him on this historic milestone. You can view the post here.
Israel’s path to success was marked by perseverance and an unshakable belief in the power of hard work. Throughout his academic career, he turned moments of doubt into determination and followed Walt Disney’s inspiring words: “All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.” His dedication led him to not only excel academically but also embrace leadership roles.
During his time at the University of Ilorin, Israel held key leadership positions, including Director of Litigations at Equity Chambers and Editorial Board Member for The Jurist Journal.
He added: “Beyond academics, I have embraced leadership opportunities:
– Director of Litigations, Equity Chambers (2020/2021)
– Editorial Board Member, The Jurist Journal (26th Volume)
– Member, Legal Aid Clinic (2021-2023)”
These roles allowed him to grow outside the classroom and further refine his legal skills. His leadership and academic brilliance earned him several prestigious awards, such as the Hon. Justice Muhammed Mustapha Akanbi Prize and the Late Hon. Justice Saidu Kawu Prize for the Overall Best Graduating Student in Law.
Beyond the classroom, Israel also coauthored over 10 peer-reviewed journal publications and participated in various essay contests and moot competitions. His journey is a testament to his belief that hard work, faith, and a strong support system can turn even the most ambitious dreams into reality.
Israel Adekunle Adeniyi extends his heartfelt gratitude to his mentor, Dr. Ilias Kazeem, and the exceptional faculty members at the University of Ilorin, who played an instrumental role in his success.
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