Adekunle Gold Rewards First-Class Graduates

Afrobeat star Adekunle Gold rewards graduates with N250,000 each for earning first-class honours, sparking excitement and praise on social media

Afrobeat singer Adekunle Gold rewards graduates who earned first-class honours with ₦250,000 each, sparking widespread admiration across social media.

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The artist announced the initiative on X (formerly Twitter), calling on students to post their transcripts if they graduated with first-class degrees. His message drew a wave of responses from proud graduates across Nigerian universities.

True to his word, Adekunle Gold credited several students with ₦250,000 each. So far, over seven recipients have confirmed receiving funds. This act of generosity quickly became a trending topic online.

A user reacted by saying, “See the way education is nice nahh. Peller should learn from him.” Another posted, “First class just full Twitter(X), na wa!”

Some were even inspired to revisit the platform. “Shey I no go relocate go Twitter like this? Maybe I go see giveaway chop for there,” one user joked.

The gesture has turned attention toward the value of academic achievement and the power of using fame for meaningful impact. By directly recognising students for their excellence, Adekunle Gold rewards graduates in a way that celebrates education and uplifts young Nigerians.

One commenter questioned, “Is this possible? Babcock alumni with just 1k in account?” Others simply called it inspirational.

The move follows a growing trend of celebrities supporting education, but Adekunle’s personal involvement made this moment especially impactful.

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With this bold gesture, Adekunle Gold rewards graduates not just with money but with encouragement, visibility, and hope for a brighter future.