- Emmanuel Oyinloye’s story inspires others as a student and professional barber, proving success does not require choosing between passion and education
- Oyinloye earned a first class degree in Quantity Surveying from FUTA while hustling as a barber
- TheRadar compiled some reactions from netizens to Oyinlola's remarkable academic performance
Emmanuel Oluwatobi Oyinloye, a graduate of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), has defied the odds to earn a prestigious a first class degree in Quantity Surveying while juggling his career as a professional barber.
Known as @tinneytrimz on social media, Oyinloye proudly shared a photo on his graduation day, showcasing his name among the top first class students in his department.
In a heartfelt post, he expressed gratitude for his achievement despite the challenges he faced along the way: “Despite the hustle since day one💇🏾♂️...Thank you FUTA👨🏾🎓. Y’all welcome your first, First Class Barber🥷.”
Oyinloye’s unique journey has inspired many, proving that with determination, passion, and hard work, it is possible to excel in both academic and entrepreneurial pursuits. His story serves as a testament to resilience and the power of balancing multiple dreams while staying true to one’s passion.
People react to first class barber’s post
TheRadar compiled the following reactions from netizens online.
“Not surprised. Cos you Sabi normally.”
“Congratulations bro🔥. Omo I no get excuse at all o💔.”
“No be childs, congrats broksi.❤️”
“First class in everything.Tinney you bad.”
“This guy combined barbing with his academic and still made First Class. What's your excuse again?”
“Top Guy! Congratulations. Akindeko really produces the best brains🍾🔥.”
“My favorite barber na first class student..Omo... congratulations man💯💯🎉.”
“You did good. Considering what I know about this department, graduating with such result is a testament to how brilliant you are. Greater heights bro.”
“My first motivator for FUTA, Tinney go talk am then as You dey play, try dey read... everything dey go hand in hand... cheers 🥂 to a new chapter.”
ASUU is worried about number of first class graduates produced by private universities
Meanwhile, TheRadar previously reported the concern of ASUU to the increasing number of first class graduates produced by private universities in Nigeria.
The national president of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, made this known during the honour of the outgoing vice chancellor of Delta State University, Professor Egwunyenga. He explained the danger of producing students with exceptional grades but insufficient knowledge.
