ILISHAN-REMO – Ayotundun Christianah Ojelabi, who graduated as the Best Student at Babcock University's College of Postgraduate Studies, has shared the principles that helped her earn a perfect 5.0 CGPA, saying discipline—not genius—was the foundation of her success.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with Pulse Nigeria, Ojelabi, who studied Medical and Pharmaceutical Microbiology, said her academic excellence was built on consistency, self-awareness and a deliberate commitment to her goals rather than extraordinary intelligence.
She explained that maintaining discipline throughout her postgraduate studies enabled her to stay focused, manage her time effectively and overcome the demands of an intensive academic programme.
According to Ojelabi, understanding her strengths and limitations also played a crucial role, helping her develop study strategies that worked best for her while remaining committed to continuous improvement.
Reflecting on her journey, she encouraged students to embrace consistency and avoid relying solely on natural ability, noting that sustained effort and self-discipline are often the true drivers of exceptional academic performance.
Her achievement has been celebrated as an inspiring example of what can be accomplished through determination, purposeful planning and an unwavering commitment to excellence.