- UNILAG law graduate Maryam Agoro passed away a day after her convocation
- Her death was announced on X and sparked emotional reactions online
- Students and alumni expressed shock over the sudden loss
- UNILAG’s 55th convocation was held on January 20, 2026
Tragedy struck the University of Lagos community as Maryam Agoro, a newly inducted UNILAG law graduate, reportedly died just one day after her convocation ceremony, turning a moment of joy into deep mourning across social media.
Maryam Agoro, a law graduate of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), died barely 24 hours after celebrating her convocation, a milestone she had worked tirelessly to achieve.
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News of her passing surfaced on January 21, 2026, after an emotional tribute was shared on X by Confidence Ufuoma (@plantcodesss), who described Agoro’s strength and resilience through difficult times.
“You did your convocation yesterday, and today you’re no more. You deserve to be celebrated, and you will be,” she wrote.
“After seeing you in that miserable condition the last time, I hoped you’d get better. I know you’re smiling from where you are because ‘UNILAG didn’t end you.’ You ended UNILAG, in joy.”
The post quickly went viral, drawing heartfelt reactions from students, alumni, and members of the public who struggled to understand how a day meant for celebration could end in tragedy.
Another X user, @Coachchair007, expressed disbelief and offered prayers for her family:
“May Allah forgive her shortcomings and grant her loved ones the fortitude to bear this great loss. I can’t believe I’m mourning Maryam when I should be celebrating her. Allah knows best.”
Reflecting on the fleeting nature of life, @Sharon2Eniola lamented how quickly joy turned to sorrow:
“Few people posted her yesterday when she convocated, but today almost the whole school is posting her. May we not be celebrated in death.”
UNILAG held its 2024/2025 convocation ceremony on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, marking the institution’s 55th convocation at its main campus. What should have remained a proud memory for Agoro’s family has now become a painful reminder of life’s unpredictability.