Lagos State University (LASU) has once again proven its standing as a cradle of excellence, as one of its brightest stars, Lawal Maryam Abiodun, stole the spotlight at the Nigerian Law School’s Call to Bar ceremony held on July 10, 2025, in Abuja.
EpeInsights reports that Maryam, a graduate of LASU’s Faculty of Law (Common and Islamic Law), was named the Best Graduating Female Student and the Second Overall Best Graduating Student among a cohort of 7,134 newly qualified lawyers, a monumental feat that has drawn nationwide recognition.
Representing the Vice-Chancellor at the ceremony, Professor Kareem Olatoye, Dean of the Faculty of Law, praised Maryam as a beacon of academic brilliance and integrity.
“She is a true ambassador and a shining example of the excellence we instil in our students,” he remarked, urging aspiring lawyers to draw inspiration from her dedication and perseverance.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ibiyemi Ibilola Olatunji-Bello, mni, NPOM, also sent a heartfelt congratulatory message, calling Maryam’s achievement a moment of immense pride for the university community.
She lauded the Faculty of Law’s leadership and lecturers for their dedication to nurturing top-tier legal minds.
“This achievement reflects LASU’s commitment to producing globally competitive graduates. Maryam’s success is proof that hard work, discipline, and focused mentorship make all the difference,” the VC said.
Maryam Lawal’s rise through the legal ranks is more than just academic, it symbolizes LASU’s growing prominence in legal education.
Her twin honours at the Nigerian Law School reinforce the university’s vision of producing legal professionals who are not only academically sound but also ethically grounded and ready to make global impact.
Beyond the awards and recognition, her story serves as an inspiration to thousands of young Nigerians pursuing their dreams in law and other disciplines.
She represents what is possible when passion meets purpose.
In celebrating Maryam, the LASU community echoes its enduring motto: For Truth and Service. Her success is not just a personal milestone, but a collective win for an institution deeply invested in excellence.
