In a historic academic feat, the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), Nigeria’s most sought-after university, has produced the first female Ph.D. holder in Petroleum Geology from Northern Nigeria.
Dr. Serah Japhet Habu emerged as the trailblazer, achieving this landmark as part of the university’s latest batch of doctoral graduates. The university made this announcement via its official website, describing her achievement as a remarkable breakthrough for women in science, particularly in the northern region of the country, which comprises 19 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
According to the statement, “The nation’s most sought-after University, the University of Ilorin, has recorded another feat with the graduation of Dr Serah Japhet Habu as the first female doctorate degree holder in Petroleum Engineering from Northern Nigeria, which consists of 19 states and the Federal Capital territory.”
UNILORIN, known for its academic excellence and uninterrupted academic calendar, continues to make headlines for breaking educational barriers and championing gender inclusivity in higher education.
Dr. Habu’s accomplishment is expected to inspire a new generation of female scholars in the fields of geology, engineering, and beyond.
For full details, visit the university’s official website.
Discover more from Rootedscope Media
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
