LAGOS/Nigeria: In a dazzling display of academic excellence, Nexford University, located in Washington, D.C., bestowed degrees and certificates upon 393 exceptionally talented Nigerian students during its 2023 Graduation Ceremony. The Landmark Event Centre in Lagos served as the splendid backdrop, symbolizing the culmination of a year filled with unwavering dedication to the pursuit of knowledge.
With a remarkable bestowal of 359 MBA degrees, 33 BBA degrees, and 1 certificate, the ceremony stood as a resounding testament to the steadfast commitment of these accomplished graduates.
This grand event drew an illustrious assembly of friends, families, and esteemed guests, all eager to bear witness to the triumphant procession of these exceptional graduates. Leading this momentous occasion were the venerable Chief Academic Officer of Nexford University, Cathy Plunkett, along with other esteemed faculty members.
Fadl Al Tarzi, the visionary CEO of Nexford University, lauded the unwavering dedication of Nigerian learners and implored the graduates to seize leadership opportunities, positioning themselves as ambassadors of Nigerian talent destined to leave an indelible mark on the global stage. Al Tarzi underscored the exceptional educational prowess of Nigerians in the United States, emphasizing that this is a pivotal moment for these graduates to reshape perceptions and contribute positively to society.
Obiageli Ezekwesili, a distinguished board member of Nexford University, highlighted the crucial role that academic institutions like Nexford play in addressing Nigeria’s human capital deficiencies. She commended Nexford as a global institution that equips students with 21st-century skills, urging more graduates to join the mission of driving inclusive prosperity within the nation. Ezekwesili stressed the importance of diversifying Nigeria’s sources of GDP and called upon graduates from various institutions to play a pivotal role in this endeavor.
Among the honored graduates was Emmanuel Ochonogor Enebeli, President/Chief Executive Officer of Bel Media Consult Limited, a media executive, Public Relations practitioner, and Entrepreneur. Enebeli, an MBA graduate with a specialization in Entrepreneurial Focus, stood as a shining example of the exceptional talent nurtured by Nexford University.
The inspirational keynote address, delivered by the esteemed Tonye Cole, encouraged the graduates to embrace challenges and cast aside the fear of failure. Cole emphasized that every success story is built upon setbacks and second chances, urging the graduates to exhibit courage and resilience in their unrelenting pursuit of excellence.
Dr. Cathy Plunkett, Nexford’s Chief Academic Officer, took center stage to formally confer degrees and deliver an impassioned charge, igniting the graduates’ enthusiasm for the remarkable journeys that lay ahead.
The graduation ceremony reached its zenith with a career fair, providing graduates with invaluable opportunities to explore potential career paths and connect with prospective employers. The event aptly celebrated the academic achievements of the 359 Nigerian graduates, poised to make a profound impact in their respective fields, both within Nigeria and on the global stage.
