Hannah Kintum, a graduate of the University of Benin (UNIBEN), has celebrated her academic achievement after graduating with First Class Honours from the institution’s Faculty of Law.
Kintum reflected on her university journey in a post shared on LinkedIn, describing the experience as demanding but rewarding and revealing that she maintained a First Class grade point average throughout her undergraduate studies.
The young law graduate also highlighted several academic awards she received during her time at the university.
“I refused to be ordinary,” Kintum said while reflecting on the mindset that shaped her academic journey.
A consistent First Class performance
According to Kintum’s account, she maintained First Class standing from her first year through her final year at the University of Benin.
Her academic record was further strengthened by several awards recognising her performance across different stages of the programme.
Among the honours she listed was the Dean’s Award for Best Student in 100 Level.
She also received the Hon. Osarodion Ogie Esq. Award for Best Student in 100 Level and the Ekeme Ohwovoriole, SAN Award for Best Female Student in the same year.
Other awards included the Barrister Keseme Philip-Odudu Award for Best Female Student in 100 Level and the Dr Dandy Nwaogu Award for Best Student in Criminal Law at 300 Level.
Recognition across multiple areas of Law
Kintum’s achievements were not limited to one area of legal studies.
Her account also lists recognition for her performance in Land Law, Commercial Law and Oil and Gas Law.
She received the Prof. Chianu’s Prize for Best Student in Land Law at 400 Level and was recognised as Best Student in Commercial Law and Oil & Gas Law.
She was also named Best Student in 400 Level.
Beyond the individual awards, Kintum said her academic journey was shaped by a determination to give her best throughout the five-year programme.
From aspiration to achievement
Reflecting on the beginning of her journey, Kintum recalled reading The Last Days at Forcados High by H. Mohammed Ali while in SS3.
She said the experience inspired her to aspire towards becoming an all-round student.
Her eventual graduation with First Class Honours represents the culmination of that ambition.
Kintum’s story has subsequently attracted attention online, particularly among Nigerian students and young people celebrating academic excellence.
Her experience offers another example of the demanding academic path required to maintain exceptional results throughout a university programme.