The Bells Varsity graduate emerges as Nigeria’s best food science graduate

Daud Olatunji

Fariat Damilola Hamzat, a graduate of Bells University of Technology, Ota, Ogun State, has emerged as Nigeria’s top food science and technology graduate, garnering national recognition for her outstanding academic performance.

Hamzat, who was the best graduating student of both the Department of Food Science and Technology and the College of Food and Agricultural Science and Technology during the 2024/2025 academic session, received the prestigious Dolapo Coker Award at the 50th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology.

The conference, which brought together professionals and stakeholders from the food science and technology sector, was held at the Welcome Center Hotel, Lagos, from 12 to 16 October 2026.

Her emergence as the country’s top female graduate in the discipline among universities offering undergraduate degrees in Food Science and Technology represents an important milestone for the institution and highlights her academic excellence and commitment to scholarship.

The award also reinforces Bells University’s growing profile in science and technology education, particularly in producing graduates equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to Nigeria’s food industry and broader scientific development.

The university, in a statement released by its Information and Protocols Unit in the Office of the Vice Chancellor, described the achievement as a source of pride for the institution and a reflection of its commitment to academic excellence.

Bells technologist wins research award

In another success for the institution, an Assistant Chief Technologist from the Department of Food Science and Technology, Mrs Bolanle Esther Daramola, secured second place in the poster presentation category at the same conference.

Daramola, who is also a doctoral candidate in the department, earned recognition for her performance in the research presentation category, further demonstrating the institute’s contribution to scientific research and the advancement of knowledge.

His achievement, along with Hamzat’s national award, highlights the university’s efforts to strengthen research, innovation and professional development among its students and academic workforce.

The dual recognition at the NIFST conference puts the Department of Food Science and Technology and the College of Food and Agricultural Science and Technology under the spotlight, highlighting the institution’s commitment to developing academic talent and advancing research.

The university congratulated both award recipients, describing their accomplishments as a source of honor to the department, the college and the entire Bells University community.

The findings also highlight the importance of sustained investment in science education and research as Nigeria seeks to develop the skilled workforce needed to address challenges in food production, processing, preservation and safety.

Bells University of Technology, a private university located in Ota, Ogun State, continues to position itself around learning, innovation and research, with the latest awards adding to its record of academic and professional recognition.

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