Graduating students of Babcock University Schools, Ogba, Lagos, have been urged to look beyond academic certificates and build their future on character, discipline, hard work and strong values.
The advice was given during the school’s 11th Graduation, Prize and Awards Ceremony, where the President/Vice-Chancellor of Babcock University, Prof. Olutunde Ojewole, described graduation as the beginning of new opportunities, growth and greater responsibilities.
Represented by the Chairperson of the Babcock University Schools Management Board, Prof. Ruth Aderanti, Ojewole urged the graduating students to allow the knowledge, values and experiences gained during their time in school to guide them as they pursue higher education and other future aspirations.
He also commended the school’s management and staff for preparing the students for the future and appreciated their parents and guardians for their support.
The Principal of Babcock University Schools, Ogba, Elder Adeniran Adebayo, also challenged the graduates, describing their set, tagged “TITANS 2K26,” as a group expected to demonstrate strength, courage and greatness.
According to him, the slogan, “Stand Tall, Rule All,” should not merely be a statement but a reminder that true greatness comes with responsibility, character, discipline, humility and service.
Adebayo told the students that they were leaving the school with more than certificates and academic knowledge.
“You are not only carrying certificates and academic knowledge, you are carrying the values and principles that have shaped you here at Babcock University Schools, Ogba, Lagos. You have been trained not just to succeed but to succeed with integrity,” he said.
He urged them to remain resilient, creative and grounded in their values as they move into a new phase of their lives, noting that their response to challenges would determine their growth.
The guest speaker, Prof. Constance Nwosu, Special Adviser to the President/Vice-Chancellor of Babcock University on Faith Integration, reinforced the message by emphasising that academic achievement alone does not define success.
Speaking on the theme, “Success Beyond Academics: The Place of Morals, Values, and Hard Work,” Nwosu said genuine success must combine academic excellence with strong moral standards, sound values and consistent hard work.
She warned that academic success without these qualities could become meaningless and harmful, stressing that graduates must develop the character needed to make responsible decisions and contribute positively to society.
The ceremony also celebrated the academic achievements of the school’s students, particularly their performance in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.
Miss Charles Lois emerged as the school’s overall best UTME candidate with a score of 327, followed by Adeniyi Ayanfe with 323, while Obioma Oyinyechi scored 300.
The school also recognised its overall best graduating student and Head Girl, Adebowale Idunuoluwa, while acknowledging the contributions of parents, teachers and other members of staff to the students’ achievements.
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