Nigeria, May 9 -- The American University of Nigeria (AUN) has honoured outstanding members of its graduating Class of 2026 for academic excellence, leadership, community service and contributions to campus life during its graduation awards ceremony.

The awards were presented at a dinner ceremony on Friday night ahead of the university's commencement ceremony on Saturday.

Among the top honourees was Ubaidatu Yettisuri, a Bachelor of Laws graduate, who received the AUN Founder's Award, Award for Academic Distinction, Award for Academic Excellence, and the Leadway Assurance Award for Academic Excellence as the best female student in the School of Law. She was also named the valedictorian of the Class of 2026.

Another major recipient, Tir...