Funmi Iyanda becomes First African Woman to Receive an Honorary Fellowship from the University of Cumbria

Yes of course when it's time for you to gain your hard work nothing can stand in your way
That's what happened to this woman I'm happy for her

Media veteran Funmi Iyanda is making strides.
She has received an honorary fellowship from the
University of Cumbria in recognition of her
significant global contribution to human rights
and sustainability and she is the first African
woman to receive the award.
She shared photos from the precious moment on
social media.
The robes go on at #cumbria @IFLASinfo
#iflasinfo pic.twitter.com/l5YVkAxgta
— Funmi Iyanda (@Funmilola) November 25, 2015
Such an honour from @IFLASinfo #iflas #iflasinfo
in such beautiful and honourable surroundings.
pic.twitter.com/Iy7J8GzNcp
— Funmi Iyanda (@Funmilola) November 25, 2015
All the way in Cumbria so many #naija masters
graduants. So proud of all of you. #naija your
citizens are smart!!
— Funmi Iyanda (@Funmilola) November 25, 2015
See more photos from the ongoing event below.