Slum2School Africa has celebrated two of its pioneer scholars from the Makoko community in Lagos after they graduated with First-Class Honours from Benson Idahosa University, Edo State.
The graduates, Mustapha Oseni and Sisianu Melawakou, also emerged as the second-best graduating students in their respective departments.
The organisation shared the news in a celebratory post on Instagram, describing the achievement as a product of years of investment in the students’ education and development.
Oseni graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, recording an outstanding cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.89.
Melawakou, on the other hand, earned a BSc in Mass Communication with a CGPA of 4.57.
According to the organisation, the duo are first-generation university graduates whose journeys reflect resilience, determination and the impact of sustained educational support.
“Nearly 15 years of believing, investing, nurturing and watching these remarkable young people grow, dream and thrive!” the post read.
Slum2School also acknowledged the contributions of individuals and partners who supported the scholars throughout their academic journeys, particularly Benson Idahosa University.
The organisation expressed gratitude to the institution for believing in the students’ potential and helping them achieve their academic ambitions.
It further described the milestone as a collective victory, celebrating everyone who contributed to the graduates’ success through financial support, encouragement and other forms of assistance.
Slum2School said investing in children’s dreams and providing opportunities for them to thrive could transform not only individual lives but also entire families, communities and generations.
The organisation called on the public to celebrate the graduates and pray for their success as they begin a new chapter in their lives.
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