Famous Nigerian writer, Chimamanda Adichie has topped her grand list of degrees having been honoured with a ‘Doctor of Letters’ at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland, United Kingdom.
The honorary doctorate degree was presented to the writer by the university’s Principal and Vice Chancellor, Professor Sir Timothy O’Shea, at a special ceremony at the school’s St Cecilia’s Hall – Scotland’s oldest concert hall.
At the ceremony, O’Shea stated that the award was given in recognition of Ms Adichie’s achievements as an author and public intellectual. Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau on July 5, 2017 received a similar honorary doctorate degree in recognition of his achievements as a public servant with strong commitments to equality and diversity.
Following the award presentation, head of the Scottish government, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon interviewed Chimamanda about her work and ideas at an event at Edinburgh International Book Festival in association with the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University. View a clip from the ceremony below:
Following the award presentation, head of the Scottish government, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon interviewed Chimamanda about her work and ideas at an event at Edinburgh International Book Festival in association with the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University. View a clip from the ceremony below:
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