Exclusive: 2025 WAEC Candidate Who Got A1 in All Subjects Shares Study Secrets, Dream Course in UI
- Uthman Mustapha Olasubomi, a 16-year-old boy, scored A1 in nine subjects in his 2025 West African Secondary School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)
- In an exclusive interview with Legit.ng, Mustapha opened up on his study secrets and his dream course at the University of Ibadan
- Mustapha’s mum, Rukayat Uthman, also shared with Legit.ng how she felt when she saw her son’s impressive WASSCE result
After the West African Examination Council (WAEC) released the 2025 WASSCE results, Uthman Mustapha was thrilled after seeing that he scored A1 in all nine subjects.
Mustapha wrote his 2025 WASSCE at Oritamefa Baptist Model School in Oyo state and got A1 in Mathematics, English Language, Data Processing, Geography, Further Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Technical Drawing, and Civic Education.
Source: UGC
His uncle shared his WASSCE results online alongside his score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
In an exclusive interview with Legit.ng, Mustapha bared it all, shedding light on his study strategy and how she emerged with a perfect 2025 WASSCE result.
Mustapha shares his 2025 UTME preparation strategy
Legit.ng asked Mustapha, who hails from Ogun State, about his preparation strategy, which led to his exceptional result.
The intelligent student said:
“Generally, I have been preparing for the exam since I entered senior secondary school. With prior experience from taking the WASSCE for private candidates in Nov/Dec 2024, my school mock exam and the JAMB UTME 2025 exam, I had a solid foundation to stand on for the May/June 2025WASSCE.
“There was not much left for me to cover in preparation for the May/June 2025 WASSCE exam. My preparation for all external exams intensified around early August, 2024 making it roughly 9 months of preparation.”
He noted four things which helped him study: Reviewing past questions, seeking help, setting clear goals and a countdown calendar.
Mustapha added:
“Months before the exam I wrote out the grade I planned to achieve in each subject and pasted it at a spot where I saw it everyday to act as a constant reminder of my goals. This helped me stay focused and motivated throughout my preparatory period.
“Countdown calendar: I also had a calendar where I marked off the days to the exam one by one. This particularly helped in time management.”
The intelligent student also stated that his school helped him work hard.
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Mustapha shares dream course in UI
The brilliant 16-year-old scored 366 in his 2025 UTME organised by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (UTME).
He told Legit.ng his dream course and why he decided to study it.
Mustapha said:
“I chose to study mechanical engineering at the University of Ibadan. I chose mechanical engineering for its diverse and versatile nature, and my passion for it… I chose the University of Ibadan because of its prestige. I am researching schools outside the country though.”
When asked about his plans for Post UTME, Mustapha revealed:
“I will revise my notes/jottings from my preparation for the UTME and SSCE exams. I will also go through relevant materials and past questions.”
Mustapha’s mum speaks on 2025 WASSCE performance
Legit.ng also interviewed Mustapha’s mother, Mrs Rukayat Uthman, who shared how she felt when she saw his result.
She said:
“I was happy when I saw his results because it did not fall short of my expectations as he has an A1 in all subjects in last year's GCE (private) exam.”
Sharing how she helped him prepare for his exams, the proud mother said:
“I supported by providing a regular data subscription for him to access some apps, such as Testdriller, on the net. I also helped out with some house chores whenever he came home late from school.”
2025 UTME candidate who scored 373 speaks
Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that Olawepo Gertrude Tunmise, a 16-year-old girl, emerged as the top scorer of her school in the 2025 UTME, after scoring 373.
In an exclusive interview with Legit.ng, Gertrude opened up on the study apps she used to prepare for the exam and her dream course at the University of Lagos.
Source: Legit.ng
