Nigerian student Raymond Aderoju bags American varsity scholarship

An Alumnus of the Federal University of Technology Akure Nigeria (FUTA), who emerged the best graduating student in Department of Applied Geology, Class of 2021, Raymond Aderoju, has started his Master’s degree programme at the University of Georgia, Athens, United States of America courtesy of the Full-ride scholarship which he won recently.

Raymond Aderoju tells his story of his journey from Akure to America:

“I am excited to announce that I have embarked on a new academic journey as a graduate student in the Department of Geology at the University of Georgia, USA. This new chapter builds on the solid foundation I received from my alma mater, Federal University of Technology Akure, where I graduated last year as the top student in the Department of Geology.

“Reflecting on my undergraduate years, I am proud of the achievements and recognitions I received, including:

-University Prize for the Best Graduating Student in the Department of Applied Geology.
-Dr. Olusegun Agagu’s Prize for the Best Graduating Student in Geology.
-Funmi Robert Ebuwonjumi’s Prize for the Overall Best Student in the Department of Geology.
-Professor Adegoke Prize for the Best Student in Petroleum Geology (AGY403).

“These accomplishments were made possible by the education and upbringing I received at FUTA, which has shaped me into the person I am today. I am committed to building on this legacy of excellence as I take on new challenges at the University of Georgia.

“I owe a great deal of my success to Dr. Olufemi (Femi) N. Fajolu (DBA) whose support has been a constant source of motivation. His assistance, wise counsel, and the gifts to celebrate my academic milestones have made all the difference. I am deeply grateful for everything you’ve done, sir.

“I also want to extend my heartfelt thanks to my lecturers, Dr. Adeshina Adisa, Dr. Sunday Daramola and Emmanuel Igonor among others, who were not just educators but also mentors and father figures. your guidance and support have been invaluable, and I am blessed to have learned from you.

“To my mentors and friends who have been pillars of support throughout the application process, Abdulwaris Ajagunjeun, Opeyemi Victoria Aransiola, Victor Oladoja, John Ajayi, Victor Awosiji, Riliwan Damilola Abioye, Oladele Motunrayo, Ismail Olaniyi, Rotimi Babatunde Isaac, Toheeb Balogun, Lateef ADELEKE, Tolulope Agbaje, Mercy Ojetunde, Ridwan Akorede Ajibade, OJO ADESEWA, Oluwafemi Kehinde, I am profoundly thankful for your guidance and encouragement.

“Special shout out to my guyest guys Moses Falowo Olagboye Olasunkanmi, Ayo Oyeniyi, Adeola Karimot Bolarinwa, Afolabi ayomide, Amuta Michelle Vivian, Olaniyi Anisere, who stood by me through thick and thin. You guys are simply the best ☺️ 😊

“From my humble beginnings in Iseyin, Oyo State, to the University of Georgia, this journey has been nothing short of incredible. I am eager to embrace the opportunities that lie ahead and am committed to making a meaningful impact in all my future endeavors.”