The University of Calgary Law School made history by graduating an entire class of Master of Laws (L.L.M) students in 2022, and for the first time ever, the entire class comprised of students from Nigeria. This is an impressive feat, considering that the law school has an acceptance rate of less than 10%, and that Nigeria is now the ninth most popular source country for international students in Canada.
According to Business Day The graduating class of L.L.M students comprises of Oluchi Jennifer, Ola Eke-Okoro, Maryam Lawal, Toritsemofe Mene, Emmanuelle Odum, Ifedayo Issac, Ifeoluwa Tolulope, Olatian Adeniyi and Olashegun Olayinka. These young legal minds have shown exceptional dedication and commitment to their studies, earning them their postgraduate degrees in just one year.
The L.L.M degree is a highly specialized program designed for law students and professionals who want expertise in a specific legal field. Therefore, the fact that these students were able to earn their degree in just one year speaks volumes about their intelligence and work ethic. It is no wonder, then, that the University has become a top destination for international students, especially those from Nigeria.
The University of Calgary Faculty of Law opened in 1976 but has since grown to become one of Canada’s top research universities, ranked fifth on Research Infosource Inc.’s recent Top 50 Research Universities list.
Canada has been a top destination for Nigerian students for several years now, and it is clear that the University of Calgary Law School has played a significant role in this. The institution’s commitment to providing high-quality legal education has made it a top choice for students, not just from Nigeria but from all over the world.
Overall, the graduation of an entire class of L.L.M students from the Canadian University comprising solely of Nigerian students, is a remarkable achievement. It highlights the dedication and hard work of these students and reinforces the reputation of the University of Calgary as a top research institution.
