9 Babcock University Law graduates bag First Class in 2024 Law School bar exam
9 Babcock University Law graduates bag First Class in 2024 Law School bar exam
By John Okezie
NINE Law graduates of Babcock University (BU), Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State have been awarded First Class Honours in the November 2024 Bar Part II final examination as the institution continues its tradition of academic excellence.
In a statement, the BU Director of Communications and Public Relations, Dr. Joshua Suleiman, said the bar final examination was conducted by the Nigerian Law School and the results were released by the Council of Legal Education.
According to him, in what is shaping up to be another historic milestone, early indicators suggest that a Babcock graduate may emerge as the third overall best candidate nationwide, further underscoring the institution’s reputation for producing exceptional legal minds.
He explained that this outstanding feat highlights the impact of Babcock University’s rigorous academic training, forward-thinking curriculum, and the dedication of faculty members within the School of Law and Security Studies.
The image maker said the university’s track record at the Nigerian Law School spans over a decade of remarkable achievements.
He said: “in 2013, Oladeinbo Gilbert emerged Best student in Law in practice, in2016, two graduates earned First Class honours, with Adonu Geoffrey named Best overall male student and 2nd best overall candidate.”
Suleiman further noted that in 2017, another two graduates achieved First Class, while in 2019, 10 graduates earned First Class honours, with Abiru Mayowa emerging as the overall best student and winner of 13 academic prizes; in 2022, six BU graduates were awarded First Class.
The statement added: “in 2023, the university recorded its highest-ever performance with 21 First Class graduates. That year, Echebiri Mary-Ann Goodness clinched the 3rd prize in Civil Litigation, and Labisi Oluwatamiloreayo Elizabeth was named 3rd best student in Professional Ethics.”
Prof. Dorcas Odunaike, Dean of the School of Law and Security Studies at BU said these continued successes are a reflection of the university’s commitment to academic excellence and goal of nurturing legal professionals who will lead with integrity, competence, and courage,”
She said: “We are proud of our students and confident they will contribute meaningfully to the legal profession both nationally and globally.”
