Man Who Scored Over 70 in Post-UTME Misses University of Ibadan Admission, Switches to UNIMAID
- A young Nigerian man shared his experience after missing out on admission at the University of Ibadan despite scoring over 70 in post-UTME
- He shared his JAMB score and Post-UTME marks he got before being denied admission, and opened up about his next journey
- His story triggered reactions on social media, and many who saw the post congratulated the young man on his achievement
A young Nigerian man, Adetomiwa Victor, who wanted to gain admission to the University of Ibadan, shared his examination experience.
He opened up about how he missed out on his admission despite scoring over 70 in post-Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (post-UTME).
Source: UGC
Man recounts post-UTME experience at UI
On his LinkedIn page, Adetomiwa Victor shared how he scored 258 in his second UTME and over 70 in his post-UTME but still didn’t gain admission.
The student of University of Maiduguri shared how he eventually got admission into UNIMAID after trying again.
His LinkedIn post partly read:
““If you want to be made, come to UNIMAID.” It was one of the first phrases I got used to hearing even before I walked through the university gates, and I’ve never fully understood it. But over time, I’ve come to draw my own meaning from it. Institutions like the University of Maiduguri don’t gently mold you, they refine you.
“My journey began with my second JAMB attempt. After scoring 258 and over 70 in POST-UTME, I didn’t gain admission into the University of Ibadan and declined an offer to switch to Anthropology.
“I tried again, choosing UNIMAID, studying harder while teaching at a Montessori school. I often took my textbooks to work, studying while my students handled their classwork. On my second attempt, I scored 268.
“I was eventually admitted into Human Anatomy after changing from my initial choice.”
Sharing his experience so far in UNIMAID, he added:
"In my first year, my focus was to achieve a GPA that would allow me switch departments. I started with a 4.36 GPA, but a faulty CBT exam affected one course, limiting my chances. Spending much of 200 Level pursuing a transfer caused my GPA to drop slightly.
"By 300 Level, I chose to accept my path and give my best. Alongside academics, I committed to extracurriculars, volunteering, fellowships, and self-development. I also served as assistant class rep, often handling most of the responsibilities, while balancing academics and my final-year project.
"Despite the challenges, I stayed committed, and I graduated as valedictorian with a CGPA of 4.39."
In a chat with Legit.ng, Tomiwa shared his initial dream course and how he felt about his current achievement.
His words:
"I originally wanted to study Medicine and Surgery, and that was the course I applied for at both universities. At the University of Ibadan, after writing the Post-UTME, I met both the UTME and Post-UTME cut-off marks but was not offered admission into Medicine and Surgery. Instead, I was given the option to study Anthropology, a course I honestly had no interest in pursuing.
" Similarly, when I applied to the University of Maiduguri, I met the cut-off mark for Medicine and Surgery but was not admitted. I was subsequently advised to change my course before the final admission list was released. A few days after switching to Human Anatomy, I received my admission offer. As for how I feel about my achievements so far, gratitude is what best captures it.
"I would be lying if I said I haven't, on several occasions, reflected on how things might have turned out if I had been admitted into my original course of choice, regardless, I am deeply grateful for how things unfolded. I was able to excel in the path I eventually found myself on, make the most of my strengths, and take advantage of the opportunities around me to build a reality I am genuinely proud of."
Source: UGC
Reactions trail man's UTME, admission experience
Shalom Soji-Oderinde said:
"If excellence was a person! 🫡 A hearty congratulations! 🥳 I'm glad you pulled through and the results are evident. Cheers to more!"
Elizabeth Musa Kwajaffa said:
"Congratulations victor."
Grcae Felix said:
"Wow congratulations."
In a related story, UNILAG's best graduating student shared how he was rejected by the University of Ibadan, while another graduate staged a one-man protest over unemployment.
LASU BGS shares admission experience
Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that the Lagos State University's (LASU) best graduating student opened up about her admission experience.
In an insightful interview with Legit.ng, the young lady shared her admission struggle, experience in school, and future goals.
Source: Legit.ng
