The African Democratic Congress candidate for Akure North and South Federal Constituency, Barrister Balarabe Abiodun Akinwumi, has rewarded the best graduating law student of Veritas University, Abuja, with a cash prize in recognition of her outstanding academic performance.
Akinwumi presented the award to Obodoukwo Iregbu Chinomso Favour at the university’s 15th convocation ceremony, describing the recognition as part of efforts to encourage academic excellence and inspire young Nigerians to pursue their educational ambitions.
The gesture, according to information made available, reflects the legal practitioner's commitment to promoting education and supporting young people through opportunities that enhance their personal and professional development.
Akinwumi's intervention in the education sector also reportedly extends to the payment of school fees for more than 100 children across communities in Akure, helping to ease the financial burden on families and keep children in school.
The ADC candidate believes that recognising outstanding academic achievements is as important as providing support for children struggling to access education, stressing the need to invest in the next generation.
His latest gesture also highlights the importance of rewarding hard work and dedication, particularly among students preparing to contribute their knowledge and professional skills to national development.
For Akinwumi, the initiative represents an investment beyond electoral politics, with education and human capital development serving as essential foundations for building stronger communities and a prosperous society.
He congratulated Favour on her academic feat, urging young Nigerians to remain committed to excellence, discipline and the pursuit of knowledge.
