Amaraizu Mmesoma, the Overall Best Graduating Female Student of the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), has been recognized for her remarkable academic achievements and appointed an Ambassador to the Cope and Live Mental Health Awareness Foundation.
This announcement was made during the Foundation’s annual review meeting on Friday, December 20, 2024, where action plans for 2024 and 2025 were discussed. Mrs. Uzoamaka Nwachukwu, a certified Child Psychologist, Emotional Intelligence Life Coach, and Co-Founder of the Foundation, commended Mmesoma’s outstanding accomplishments during the recently concluded FUTO convocation ceremony on December 6, 2024.
Mmesoma graduated with first-class honors in Mechanical Engineering, achieving a stellar CGPA of 4.73 on a 5.0 scale. She also received multiple awards, including the Overall Best Graduating Female Student Award, Best Graduating Female Student in the Faculty of Engineering, and Best Graduating Student in Mechanical Engineering. In total, she earned five undergraduate awards, solidifying her position as a trailblazer in academic excellence.
Mrs. Nwachukwu praised Mmesoma’s resilience and dedication, describing her achievements as an inspiration for young girls and women across Nigeria. “We are proud to celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of Mmesoma Amaraizu, whose success is a testament to her discipline and determination. Her achievements serve as a motivation for female students to strive for excellence in academics and beyond,” she said.
The Cope and Live Mental Health Awareness Foundation emphasized Mmesoma’s new role as an ambassador, highlighting her responsibility to inspire younger individuals, particularly girls, to break barriers in academics and other fields.
Chief Sir Barr. OAU Onyema, an Advisor to the Foundation and Principal at Akpaga Ikenga Chambers, lauded Mmesoma as a role model capable of positively influencing society. “Her intelligence, articulation, and brilliance are qualities that inspire pride. She represents a beacon of hope and achievement for young females nationwide,” Onyema remarked.
In her acceptance speech, Mmesoma expressed gratitude to God for His grace and thanked her parents for their unwavering support and guidance. She credited her success to discipline, determination, and dedication, while also acknowledging the contributions of her siblings and friends. “I am deeply honored to serve as an ambassador for Cope and Live Mental Health Awareness Foundation. I hope to inspire others to achieve their goals while prioritizing their mental well-being,” she said.
The event concluded with renewed commitments from the Foundation to promote mental health awareness and empower individuals to excel in their respective fields.
