PAAU Law Graduate Bags First Class at Nigerian Law School, Set for Call to the Bar
Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, celebrates another academic feat as Law graduate John Progress Chubiyojo earns a First Class at the Nigerian Law School and prepares for her Call to the Bar.
Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba, has added another remarkable achievement to its growing record of academic excellence as one of its Law graduates, Miss John Progress Chubiyojo, emerged with a First Class in the recently concluded Bar Final Examinations conducted by the Nigerian Law School.
The outstanding performance further reinforces the university’s reputation for producing graduates who excel both academically and professionally, while reflecting the quality of legal education offered by its Faculty of Law.
Miss Chubiyojo, who graduated as the third-best graduating student of the Faculty of Law during the University’s 2023/2024 Academic Session, obtained her Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from Prince Abubakar Audu University before proceeding to the Lagos Campus of the Nigerian Law School, where she distinguished herself with a First Class result.
Following the impressive achievement, she is scheduled to be formally called to the Nigerian Bar on Friday, July 10, 2026, at the Body of Benchers Complex, Nigerian Law School, Bwari, Abuja.
Reacting to the development, the Vice-Chancellor of Prince Abubakar Audu University, Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, described the accomplishment as a proud moment for the institution and another testament to its unwavering commitment to academic excellence.
Professor Usman congratulated the young legal scholar for her exceptional performance, attributing her success to diligence, discipline, resilience and sustained dedication to scholarship.
He noted that the feat reflects the culture of excellence the University continues to nurture and expressed confidence that the achievement would inspire other students to pursue academic distinction.
The Vice-Chancellor also commended the Dean, Head of Department and academic staff of the Faculty of Law for their commitment to quality teaching, mentorship and professional development, urging them to sustain the high standards that continue to produce outstanding graduates.
According to him, the latest success reinforces the University’s resolve to provide an enabling environment that promotes academic excellence, professional growth and the fulfilment of students’ aspirations.
Professor Usman reaffirmed the Management’s commitment to recognising and celebrating exceptional accomplishments by students and alumni, stressing that such milestones continue to strengthen the University’s reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading centres of higher learning.
The latest achievement comes as Prince Abubakar Audu University continues to record notable successes across academics, research and professional examinations, further consolidating its standing as an institution committed to excellence and the production of globally competitive graduates.