A Nigerian lady who lost both parents has celebrated a major milestone in her academic journey with an emotional tribute, expressing sadness that they were not alive to witness her university graduation.
The young woman, who studied Biology Education at the University of Uyo (UNIUYO), Akwa Ibom State, recounted how she continued pursuing her education despite losing both parents.
She revealed that she eventually completed secondary school, sat for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination and secured admission into the university.
In an emotional message addressed to her late parents, the graduate recalled a conversation she had with her mother shortly before her d3ath about her plans to write JAMB.
She disclosed that she went ahead with the examination, performed well and eventually gained admission into the university.
Sharing the emotional journey, she wrote:
“Daddy, I eventually finished secondary school.
“Mommy, that JAMB we were talking about a few days before you died, I wrote it. I scored well and eventually gained admission into the university.”
The graduate expressed how much she wished her parents were alive to celebrate her convocation, noting that completing her education was a milestone she wanted them to witness.
She also sent a heartfelt message to her late parents and asked them to inform her twin sibling that she had successfully completed every stage of her education, from nursery school to university.
“Mummy and Daddy, I have convocated today, but none of you is here to witness it. 🥹
“Tell Twinnie that I made it. I finished nursery, primary, secondary school and now, university.
“I wish you were all here to see how far I have come. I did it for all of you, and deep down, I know you are proud of me.
“Continue resting, my angels. Your baby made it.
Her touching tribute has highlighted the determination it took to complete her education without her parents and the pain of reaching such an important milestone without the people she wished could celebrate it with her.