Top 10 Covenant University Alumni Blazing the Trail in the Entertainment Industry
The university has the best library in Nigeria, provides accommodation for its students. Graduates of Covenant University make tremendous impact in the work force and the university has a lot of notable entrepreneurs. Covenant University has had a rapid rise in nearly two decades of its existence. The webometric ranking named Covenant University the best Private University in Nigeria in its 2021 ranking and the second best university overall. The university vision is To be a world-class university committed to raising a new generation of leaders in all fields of human endeavor. And their mission is To create knowledge and restore the dignity of the black race via Human Development and Total Man Concept-driven curricula; employing innovative, leading-edge teaching and learning methods, research, and professional services that promote integrated, life-applicable, life-transforming education relevant to Science, Technology, and Human Capacity Building.
Covenant University is built on the following philosophical platform is in response to the global demand for a departure from dogmatism to dynamism in the existing educational system, Our objectives as a University are to Provide facilities for learning and give instructions and training in such areas of knowledge that will produce sound and mentally equipped graduates, who will provide intellectual leadership in academic institutions, industry, and the public sector through the Total Man Concept approach; Develop and offer academic and professional programmes leading to the award of diplomas, first degrees, and higher degrees, which emphasize planning, adaptive and technological maintenance, developmental and productive skills; promote by research and other means, the advancement of knowledge and its practical; Application to social, cultural, economic, scientific, and technological problems; Encourage and promote scholarship and conduct research in all fields of learning and human endeavour; Disseminate scientific and technological knowledge among scientists, researchers, industries, trade services, and other bodies; and Relate its activities to Nigeria's technological, scientific, and socio-economic needs and undertake other activities appropriate for a university of the highest standard. Their core values are the defining components of the Covenant University vision. They reflect our beliefs in the encrypted truths that firmly define our purpose and the underlining ethos of our existence as a University.
Below is the Top 10 Covenant University Graduates Blazing the Trail in the Entertainment Industry.
1. Ini Dima-Okojie
Inibokun Iguerehi Dima-Okojie popularly known as Ini Dima Okojie was born on June 24, 1990. She is a Nigerian actress from Edo state, Nigeria. She studied International Relation in Covenant University. Ini Dima-Okojie also studied in other schools like New York Film Academy (NYFA). She is an actress and style Icon by profession. She resigned from her job in investment banking to enroll at the New York Film Academy. She started her career with the first television appearance on Taste of Love and she has featured on many films including the multicultural romcom, Namaste Wahala in 2021 and the Netflix Nigerian original thriller, Blood Sisters (2022 series) in 2022.
2. Adebukola Oladipupo
Adebukola Oladipupo was born on 23rd May, 1994 in London but educated in Lagos. She has two siblings. Oladipupo had her primary education in Bellina Nursery and Primary School Akoka, Lagos. She also attended Babcock High School and Caleb International School for her secondary education. She studied Management Information Systems at Covenant University and also studied drama in other courses. Oladipupo inspiration to go into acting came when she was still an undergraduate at Covenant University during a church service when the pastor told them to turn their talent into it skills.
3. Mimi Onalaja
Mimi Onalaja was born on 25th September 1990 in Lagos, Nigeria. Her mother who had a full time job took care of her and her siblings because her dad was in the army and moved around a lot. She graduated from studied International Relation and graduated in 2010 from Covenant University. She also attended other schools like New York Film Academy. She is a Nigerian actress, TV host, writer, presenter, actress, blogger, model, media and television personality. She is the host of 'The Future Awards Africa'. Mimi also hosted the ELOY awards in 2016. Mimi joined EbonyLife TV, an entertainment television station in 2014. Mimi worked in a corporate organization before joining the media world which has been her dreams from her early years.
4. Ric Hassani
7. Nonso Amadi
8. Bez
9. Bimbo Ademoye
10. Etinosa Idemudia
Etinosa Idemudia is a Nigerian actress, social media influencer and film maker was born on 9th March, in Warri Delta. In 2011, she obtained a Bachelors Degree in Computer Engineering. In 2016, She also attended other schools like Royal Arts Academy, Lagos Nigeria owned by Emem Isong where she obtained Diploma in performing Arts. She is best known for her online comedy skits which she began producing and sharing, first on her instagram channel featuring various Nollywood actors including Daniel K Daniel. She is also known for her break-out role as Amanda in the sitcom Chairman and her first feature film production The Washerman, which after the release of its trailer, experienced massive anticipation from her fans.