Abayomi Mighty, one of the leading presidential aspirants for 2027, has publicly praised esteemed human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju Esq. for his bold initiative in celebrating academic diligence.
Earlier today, Deji Adeyanju’s law firm, Deji & Partners, hosted Mr. Oluwabusayo Ifonlaja Esq. and Miss Maryam Abiodun Lawal Esq. in its Abuja offices. Oluwabusayo, who emerged as the overall best graduating student at the Nigerian Law School, earned a record‑breaking 18 academic awards, the highest ever recorded, while Maryam Abiodun Lawal, the top female graduate and second overall, received eight prestigious awards.
In recognition of their exceptional achievements, the law firm presented Oluwabusayo with a ₦5 million cash prize and awarded Maryam ₦3 million. These acts reinforced the message that diligence, discipline, and determination are values to be celebrated and encouraged among aspiring professionals. The public ceremony served as a powerful reminder of the impact that direct investment in youth excellence can have on shaping the nation’s future.
Abayomi Mighty hailed Deji Adeyanju’s gesture as a timely and necessary intervention, “filling a vacuum” in societal recognition of outstanding accomplishment. In his view, initiatives like this send a clear signal that merit and effort will be rewarded, setting a model that more individuals, organizations, and institutions should emulate. Abayomi Mighty emphasized that such encouragement is vital for nurturing the emerging generation of legal minds in Nigeria .
Reflecting on his own track record, Abayomi Mighty noted that his foundation has consistently empowered citizens across the country through scholarships, mentorship programs, and community projects. He pledged that as President in 2027, he would institutionalize similar initiatives, forging partnerships with capable civil society actors to ensure deserving individuals receive recognition and support where it matters most.
Abayomi Mighty concluded by calling on other prominent Nigerians—including businesses, NGOs, and government agencies—to follow Deji Adeyanju’s lead by investing in academic and professional achievement. He reiterated his campaign platform’s emphasis on meritocracy, inclusive empowerment, and long-term national development, stating that only a collective commitment to excellence can deliver the transformational leadership Nigeria needs.