The recent UTME 2024 exam really showed how brilliant Nigerian students can be, even in a highly competitive education system. As the results came trickling in, some schools stood out as shining examples, with their students performing exceptionally well. This revealed both the brilliance of the pupils and the unwavering efforts of their teachers.
One student who truly made a name for herself is Zainab Asake from Dialogue Academy in Kaduna. She scored an amazing 362 out of 400 marks! This incredible achievement puts her at the very top, and it shows how committed her school is to nurturing young minds.
Graceland International School in Port Harcourt also proved its excellence. Three of its students – Okechukwu Joseph Chukwudike, Albert Adele Daniel Chimzagam, and Obed Jesse Chukwudi – got outstanding scores of 362, 358, and 352 respectively. Their success can be credited to the school’s innovative teaching methods and the students’ hard work on the Educare platform.
In Rivers State, Bishop Okoye Spiritan Secondary School in Oyigbo emerged as a true academic powerhouse. One student, Emmanuel Jeremiah Jewel, scored an unbelievable 366 marks! Plus, 12 other students from the same school got 340 and above, while 35 students scored over 300 – simply incredible.
St. Anthony’s Catholic High School in Ilesa, Osun State, also made its mark. Four of its students set new records for the highest UTME scores this year. The top scorer Akinsola Ayoisegun got an aggregate of 337, and three others also crossed 300.
From Yobe State, Fatima Saleh Alkali brought great pride to NTIC school by securing 336 points. Her scores of 68 in English, 93 in Math, 87 in Physics, and 88 in Chemistry show her dedication and the school’s commitment to excellence.
Kwara State’s Eucharistic Heart of Jesus Model College had an astonishing 30 students score between 300-355! The highest scorers Fasesin Ayomiposi and Kunle-Olawepo Ayomikun both got a brilliant 355 each.
The Marist Brothers Juniorate in Uturu, Abia State, also shone bright, with 12 out of 94 students crossing the 300 mark. This outstanding result highlights the school’s focus on nurturing an excellent academic environment.
These amazing results are a testament to the hard work of the students and their teachers, school staff, and the entire education community. By creating an atmosphere that encourages curiosity, critical thinking and a thirst for knowledge, these schools equipped their students with the skills to truly excel at UTME.
As Nigeria pushes for greater educational excellence, the achievements of these schools give hope and inspiration to others to follow their lead. With such brilliant young minds, the nation’s future looks very bright indeed, as these students are set to contribute immensely to society’s progress.
