15-Year-Old Nigerian Student Sets New JAMB Record With 370 Score
- Afolabi Olumide Ayodeji, a 15-year-old from Nigeria, achieved a record score of 370 in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.
- This score is the highest recorded in over a decade, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s education sector.
A major milestone has been achieved in Nigeria’s education sector as 15-year-old Afolabi Olumide Ayodeji has set a new record in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), scoring an extraordinary 370 — the highest result recorded in over a decade.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) confirmed that no candidate has reached such a score since the implementation of the Computer-Based Testing (CBT) format in 2013, making Afolabi’s accomplishment the highest in this era.
A student at Icons Comprehensive College, located in Ijapo Estate, Akure, Ondo State, Afolabi’s outstanding performance reflects his commitment, discipline, and unwavering drive for academic excellence. His scores — 98 in Mathematics, 98 in Physics, 94 in Chemistry, and 80 in Use of English — highlight his exceptional grasp of both the sciences and language.
His success has reignited a nationwide dialogue about the importance of nurturing gifted students and investing in the potential of Nigeria’s youth. For many, Afolabi now represents a beacon of inspiration, proving what can be achieved when talent is properly supported.
Speaking on his achievement, the modest teenager said, “I didn’t set out to break any record; I just wanted to give my best. I thank God, my parents, and my teachers for believing in me.”
Beyond the numbers, Afolabi’s story is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when brilliance meets opportunity. His record-breaking performance calls on educators, policymakers, and society at large to recognize and support the intellectual gifts of young Nigerians.
