Was it your dream as a child to be a lawyer?
Yes, I had always dreamt of becoming a lawyer, even as a child. The main
reason at that time was because I was fascinated by the respect and
admiration people had for lawyers, especially in their formal dress (the
wig and gown). So, I dreamt to be one, and I’m glad I made that
decision.How was your experience in the school?
I found Law school very challenging and a bit stressful. The classes were always long and we had assignments and tasks to work on every day. It was better to read so as to reduce the workload when exams were close. Being in Law School requires a lot of focus and effort, but I found that it was good for my development as a person. People told me how difficult it could be to have a first class, but those stories strengthened my resolve to excel.
How easy was it to graduate with a first class from the Law school?
It was very challenging. In fact, the road to having a first class was
the most challenging one I ever encountered till date. It didn’t come
easy, but thank God I made it. I’m definitely a product of hard work and
God’s blessing. Having a first class in Law requires hard work and my
case wasn’t different. I had to drive myself very hard because I had the
mind of having a first class and I knew it wouldn’t come easy, so I
prepared for it. I used to read from the beginning to the end of the
session and then asked God to crown my effort with success. So, that
combination made it possible.
Did you also have the same performance when you were in OAU?
The only periods that I didn’t perform
well were during my first three years as an undergraduate and it was
primarily because I thought I could continue with old methods and get
the same results. Thank God I changed that approach before it was too
late. I realised that if I put in the required effort, I could and would
be the best in all I did. Thus, I
didn’t need anyone to tell me before I adopted that measure when I got
to the Law School. I worked hard, but more important was God’s grace.
What was your typical day like in the Law School?
I used to wake up by 3:00am and read till 5:30am, after which I would
have my bath and go back to sleep. After that, I would wake up by
8:00am, have my breakfast and prepare for class. We used to spend about
eight hours in class with just thirty minutes lunch break. After
classes, I took time out to gist with my roommates and friends, ate
dinner and then go to bed.
A number of people see Law as a complex, voluminous and technical course, what is your view on that?
Law is indeed very complex, voluminous and technical. However, I believe
that consistent reading will aid understanding of the course, and
approaching the course with an understanding that all aspects of Law are
interrelated would help simplify it.
Some people think that cramming is a necessity for anyone to
excel in Law, especially when it comes to cases. Did you have to cram
as well?
No, I didn’t. I’m not very good at cramming. In fact, I didn’t cram lots
of cases or statutes for the bar exam. I believe that the most
important thing is to understand the principles of law so that one can
apply them to problems in order to proffer solutions.
Which area would you like to specialise in?
Law is interrelated, but I have flair for International Business Law or Corporate Finance.
How long were you reading?
I can’t really say the exact number of hours I read daily because I read
as time permitted. However, I made sure I read every topic before each
class. That gave me an idea of what to expect and to be able to ask
informed questions and clarify anything I didn’t understand while
reading.
How often did you use the library?
I hardly used the library because I realised that I usually slept there.
So, the best place I read was either in my room or the reading room in
the hostel.
How would you describe your social life?
I was not very social, but my friends understood my kind of person, so
they let me be. However, I tried to be social from time to time, just as
they say all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. I tried to be
involved a bit in some social activities.
Being a young lady, how did you handle peer pressure?
I’m an independent person and I have been like that for as long as I can
remember. In addition, I hang out with like-minded people who would not
put pressure on others to do anything they don’t want to do. So, that
wasn’t a problem for me.
How did you use your leisure?
I read fictional books and I watched a lot of movies.
How did you handle gestures from men, who might be attracted to your brilliance?
I tried to be friendly with them, but I always made my position clear
and I stood by it. It didn’t stop me from mixing and relating with them,
but there were boundaries and we all respected that.
What were your most memorable moments?
My happiest memory till date is the day I saw my Law School result. It remains a day to remember. If
you set a goal and you worked at it, coupled with your faith and you
achieve that set target, it will surely be memorable and I cherish that
moment.
What are your immediate plans and aspirations?
I intend to practise for some time and go for my Master’s very soon. I
like to go deeper. Law is an interesting course that any interested
person would find attractive. I’m glad to be in this profession.
Where do you hope to work?
I look forward to working in a big and reputable law firm. I like to
practise, but law is a course that is relevant to every aspect of life,
so I might venture into something else in future.
What would you advise students to do to have an excellent result?
Students should read very well; there is no shortcut to that.
They should not be too proud to ask for help from their peers when they
need to. Above all, they should always ask God to crown their efforts
with success.
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