Babcock University proudly continues its legacy of academic excellence as nine of its law graduates have achieved First Class Honours in the November 2024 Bar Part II Final Examination, recently announced by the Council of Legal Education in Nigeria.
In what may mark another historic milestone, preliminary reports indicate that a Babcock graduate could potentially be recognized as the third-best candidate nationwide, further reinforcing the university’s distinguished reputation for producing outstanding legal professionals. (Please note that this information is unofficial and subject to confirmation.)
This remarkable achievement underscores the effectiveness of Babcock University’s comprehensive academic training, innovative curriculum, and the unwavering dedication of the faculty within the School of Law and Security Studies.
**A Legacy of Legal Excellence**
Babcock University’s history of exceptional performance at the Nigerian Law School spans more than a decade, marked by numerous achievements, including:
– **2013**: Oladeinbo Gilbert was awarded Best Student in Law in Practice.
– **2016**: Two graduates earned First Class Honours, with Adonu Geoffrey recognized as the Best Overall Male Student and second-best overall candidate.
– **2017**: Another two graduates also achieved First Class Honours.
– **2019**: Ten graduates secured First Class Honours, with Abiru Mayowa named Overall Best Student and the recipient of 13 academic awards.
– **2022**: Six graduates were recognized with First Class Honours.
– **2023**: Babcock University attained its highest number of First Class graduates yet, with twenty students honored. Notably, Echebiri Mary-Ann Goodness received the 3rd Prize in Civil Litigation, while Labisi Oluwatamiloreayo Elizabeth was named the 3rd Best Student in Professional Ethics.
**A Beacon for Aspiring Legal Professionals**
Professor Dorcas Odunaike, Dean of the School of Law and Security Studies at Babcock University, stated, “These ongoing successes reflect our unwavering commitment to academic excellence and our mission to cultivate legal professionals who will lead with integrity, competence, and courage. We take immense pride in our students and are confident that they will make significant contributions to the legal profession both nationally and globally.”
Babcock University remains dedicated to delivering high-quality education and producing graduates who excel in various fields. This latest accomplishment reaffirms the university’s status as a premier institution for legal education in Nigeria.
