Alakija Bags Honorary Doctorate from University of Buckingham

The University of Buckingham, United Kingdom, has conferred an honorary doctorate on Nigerian businesswoman, philanthropist and minister, Apostle Folorunso Alakija, in recognition of her contributions to enterprise, philanthropy and leadership.

The degree was presented on Friday, October 16, 2026, at The Radcliffe Centre, University of Buckingham, during a ceremony held as part of the institution’s Africa Day celebration.

The ceremony was presided over by the university’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor David Cole, who formally presented the honorary degree.

Speaking at the event, the Dean of the Faculty of Business, Humanities and Social Sciences, Professor Debarpita Bardhan-Correia, highlighted Alakija’s commitment to creating opportunities for others, describing it as an important expression of leadership.

She said the ceremony celebrated the achievements of an African woman and underscored the opportunities for collaboration betw