Breaking: Amazing Nigerian single mum of 4 bags first class degree

Kate Akpobome Ododo, a Nigerian single mum of 4, has emerged with a first class degree honours from the University of Salford.

TheNewsGuru (TNG) reports Kate was awarded the first class honours degree in Accounting and Finance in convocation events held at The Lowry.

Speaking with TheNewsGuru, Kate said that it has always been her dream to climb the academic ladder.

“To be honest, it wasn’t easy. Being a single mum of four kids, having to hold a part time job and full time studies took its toll on me,” she said.

“I was set in my ways from the beginning to come out with a first class degree. 2:1 for me would have been highly disappointing. But I must say it was a combined effort that saw me through.

“My kids were my backbone and had to be independent of me as I spent most of my time at work, in Uni or the library. As an immigrant and a mature student, I needed to put in double the effort that young kids (adults) and locals will put to achieve.

“I have never let anything stand in my way. I believe every situation you find yourself is a stepping stone to your goal. Being a single mum made me restructure my life and work ethics.

“I had to plan my time between family, studies and work, making sure none suffered at the expense of the other. With this I have been able to master excellent time management. As I also need to be the example that my kids need, no excuse was good enough for me to fail,” she further stated.

TheNewsGuru reports a total of 31 students, including Kate, who is from Delta state, out of 240 from the department emerged with a first class honours degree.

“Hardwork cannot be overemphasised,” she said, adding: “Initially… I went to secondary school thinking I was doing my parents a favour but this time I knew I wanted this so much and I had to put in extra effort and that is it”.