In an inspiring academic feat, twin brothers from the University of Ibadan (UI) have made headlines by graduating with identical first-class degrees—each earning a CGPA of 3.94 out of 4.00.
Busoye Opegbemi Matthias and *Busoye Tolulope Matthew, both students of the **Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, have not only emerged as the **Best Graduating Students in their department, but also clinched the title of *Overall Best Graduating Students in the Faculty of Technology for the 2023/2024 academic session.
A Record-Breaking Achievement
The brothers’ exceptional performance was formally recognized by the Society of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Students (SEEEES-UI) in a congratulatory message that celebrated their academic brilliance and leadership excellence.
Their journey through university was marked by consistent academic growth. From their 100 level to final year, both maintained top performance with only minimal differences in CGPA—eventually converging at the same stellar final score of 3.94.
Here’s a look at their year-by-year academic performance:
| Level | Matthias’ CGPA | Matthew’s CGPA |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 3.84 | 3.89 |
| 200 | 3.92 | 3.94 |
| 300 | 3.95 | 3.93 |
| 400 | 3.94 | 3.93 |
| 500 | 3.94 | 3.94 |
Leaders Beyond the Classroom
Academic excellence wasn’t their only achievement. The twins also distinguished themselves through impactful student leadership roles:
- Matthias served as the Honourable Speaker of the UI Students’ Representative Council (11th Assembly).
- Matthew led SEEEES-UI as its President during the 2023/2024 session.
Their ability to balance academic rigor with campus leadership underscores their commitment, discipline, and versatility—qualities that have made them standout figures in the university community.
A Shared Legacy of Excellence
Graduating with the same CGPA and receiving top honors from both their department and faculty, the Opegbemi brothers have etched their names into the history of UI. Their story is a shining example of dedication, collaboration, and twin synergy taken to remarkable heights.
As they move on to the next chapter of their journey, whether in industry, academia, or innovation, their achievement serves as a powerful reminder that excellence thrives where there is passion, purpose, and persistence.
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