In a historic achievement, Lagos State University (LASU) has awarded its first First Class Honours degree in History and International Studies to Temitope Ayeobasa. This milestone marks the first instance of such a distinction since the department's establishment in 1984.
Professor Adeyeri Olusegun, the Head of the Department of History and International Studies, shared the news in an interview with Vanguard. He confirmed that Ayeobasa's results were approved by the university's Senate on the morning of October 18, 2024.
"Ayeobasa Temitope has demonstrated remarkable resilience throughout her studies. She truly deserves this recognition," said Prof. Olusegun.
Reflecting on her journey, Ayeobasa, 21, expressed her initial intentions to study law but developed a passion for history along the way. "After finishing secondary school in 2020, I wasn't keen on studying history at first, but due to certain circumstances, I settled for it temporarily while waiting to transfer to law. However, I fell in love with the subject and chose to continue," she shared.
Despite doubts about achieving First Class Honours, she adhered to her personal mantra: "Whatever is worth doing at all is worth doing well." She dedicated herself fully to her studies.
Ayeobasa faced challenges during her academic journey, particularly the pressure of multiple exams on the same day and long class hours. She remarked, "Most things in the department came easily to me, but writing multiple exams on the same day was tough. I’m also not a fan of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. classes."
To overcome these hurdles, Ayeobasa emphasized the importance of passion and preparation. "Reading was easy for me because I enjoyed it. I took notes separately from those provided by my lecturers and studied weeks ahead of exams to manage the pressure."
Building a solid academic foundation during her first two years helped her navigate the increasing demands of her studies. "The truth is, it doesn’t get easier; we only get smarter," she noted.
Ayeobasa also credited her supportive friends for her success, stating, "They motivated me to excel, and we engaged in healthy academic competition each semester, pushing each other to perform better."
As she prepares for her future, Professor Adeyeri expressed hope that Ayeobasa would continue her academic journey, emphasizing the importance of mentorship for her continued success.
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