NIGERIAN 1ST CLASS CHEMICAL ENGINEERING GRADUATE, PETER OYEFOLU HAS BEATEN OVER 7,000 APPLICANTS TO WIN AN INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP UPTO PHD LEVEL
A brilliant Man who graduated wiith first class from the University of Benin, Edo State Nigeria, has beaten over 7,000 applicants to win a US scholarship which will see through his education up to PhD level. Peter Oyefolu, who graduated with a first-class degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Benin (UNIBEN), has beaten over 7000 applicants to win EducationUSA Scholarship. The Scholarship will see Peter’s education up to his Ph.D. level in any United States University. . While celebrating his academic achievement on LinkedIn, Peter said he busted into tears when he received the email from the United States Embassy that he has been awarded the scholarship. In his words: “I bursted into tears of joy when I received this mail from EducationUSA Lagos. “I couldn’t believe my eyes! It really takes a touch of favor and grace to be one of the 27 selected OFP Scholars out of 7000 applicants. “Surely, I know that God who started this journey will perfect all concerned. “I must really thank my H.O.D, Associate Professor Mrs. Eghe Oyedoh. Yes! we did it! You pushed for it, and God brought it home. God bless you ma for the never ending support. Also, thanks to Associate Professor Andrew Amenaghawon (PhD) for the graduate studies and career advice. “I also cannot forget to mention those who played instrumental roles in this journey, Olayinka Durojaye, Daniel Egbebunmi, Irene Ibiwari Ikiriko. God bless you all for the great support. “Thanks to God for this new journey.“ Over 2,500 LinkedIn users who are happy for Peter Oyefolu congratulated him in the comment section of his post. Below are a few: Nosarumen wrote: “Congratulations to you brother. Well deserved. You have always performed excellently amongst your peers and I pray God grants you the grace to continue to do so.“ Emmanuel wrote: “Congratulations and wishing you success as you navigate the process.“ Lukman wrote:
“Congratulations to you, bro. I wish you a successful endeavour because it is a marathon. So make sure you preserve your dignity and keep many things to yourself. It’s not really ripe enough to be shared: I am also a finalist in the 2021 set. You’ll undergo some drills and be prepared to take your standardised tests, research your options in the United States, and finally, don’t give up… I wish you the best.“ Ezeibeli wrote: “Congratulations Peter Oyefolu .. this is great news. Wishing you many more favours & blessings.. cheers“