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The University of Lagos (UNILAG), established in 1962, is one of Nigeria’s most prestigious universities. Over the decades, it has produced outstanding leaders, legal luminaries, entrepreneurs, entertainers, academics, and public servants who have made remarkable contributions to Nigeria and the world.
Here are 10 notable alumni.
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1. BABATUNDE RAJI FASHOLA (SAN)
Course: Law
Graduated: 1987
Now: Former Governor of Lagos State and former Minister of Works, Power and Housing.
Known For: Outstanding public service, infrastructure development, and legal excellence.
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2. JIMI AGBAJE
Course: Pharmacy
Now: Pharmacist, entrepreneur, and politician.
Known For: Contesting the Lagos State governorship election and his contributions to healthcare.
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3. RICHARD MOFE-DAMIJO (RMD)
Course: Law
Now: Veteran Nollywood actor, lawyer, and former Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Delta State.
Known For: One of Africa’s most celebrated actors.
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4. FUNKE AKINDELE
Course: Law (later obtained a diploma in Mass Communication)
Now: Actress, filmmaker, producer, and entrepreneur.
Known For: Creating the award-winning Jenifa’s Diary franchise.
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5. DELE MOMODU
Course: English
Now: Journalist, publisher, businessman, and politician.
Known For: Founder and CEO of Ovation International magazine.
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6. BABAJIDE OLUSOLA SANWO-OLU
Course: Surveying and Geo-Informatics
Now: Governor of Lagos State.
Known For: Public sector leadership and infrastructure development.
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7. MO ABUDU
Course: Human Resources Management (Postgraduate)
Now: Media entrepreneur and CEO of EbonyLife Group.
Known For: Building one of Africa’s leading media and entertainment brands.
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8. TONY ELUMELU (CON)
Course: Economics
Now: Chairman of Heirs Holdings and United Bank for Africa (UBA).
Known For: Entrepreneurship, banking, and empowering African entrepreneurs.
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9. BABAJIDE KOLAWOLE OTITOJU
Course: Mass Communication
Now: Journalist and television analyst.
Known For: Political analysis and investigative journalism.
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10. PROF. YEMI OSINBAJO (SAN, GCON)
Course: Law
Now: Former Vice President of Nigeria.
Known For: Constitutional law, public service, and national leadership.
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💬 LET’S TALK
If you had the opportunity to study at UNILAG, which course would you choose?
Drop your answer in the comments. 👇
— Orji Amaobasi (New Hope)
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