By: Thomas Abidoye

A Nigerian man, Haruna Aminu Ali, has finally graduated from the University of Jos after spending 21 years in school.

He earned a Third Class degree in Education (Special Education – Hearing Handicapped) from the institution’s Faculty of Education.

According to a post shared by IgbereTV on Thursday, Haruna’s academic journey began in 2005 and officially ended in 2023. His certificate was issued in December 2023, marking the end of a long and challenging educational pursuit.

Despite the long delay, Haruna did not give up. His perseverance has now become an inspiration to many, proving that determination can eventually lead to success, no matter how long it takes.

In the viral post by IgbereTV, Haruna was seen holding his testimonial, alongside another man who appeared to be celebrating with him.

The media outlet captioned ..., “He never gave up. Congratulations to him.”

His story has since gained attention and praise on social media, with many Nigerians applauding his resilience and congratulating him for completing the journey against all odds.