A young Nigerian lady has shared her inspiring testimony of gaining admission into Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) after five years of persistent effort and multiple academic setbacks. Her story has resonated with many who face similar challenges.
The lady, known as @iam_omah8 on TikTok, posted pictures from her matriculation ceremony, detailing her long journey to secure a university place. She revealed that she spent five years at home before finally being admitted, during which she wrote the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (JAMB) four times. Notably, she took the exam twice in 2025 alone.
In her words, she said: "Omo who write JAMB once get admission no know say em be Gods favorite." Her journey included not only multiple JAMB attempts but also two Post-UTME screenings, a JUPEB programme, and two previously rejected admissions. Despite these hurdles, she finally secured admission to study Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) at UNIZIK.
Academic Journey Details
@iam_omah8 outlined her academic path in her post: "1 Waec. 4 JAMBs (2 in 2025). 2 Post UTME. 1 Jupeb. 2 rejected admissions. 5 years later, it's finally my turn to matriculate." She further explained that JUPEB led her to medical rehabilitation, while JAMB offered MLS, and she chose the latter. She noted that she received two admissions in the year she considered giving up.
Reactions from Netizens
The video garnered numerous reactions from viewers who shared their own experiences. One user, KatuKoma, said: "2 JAMB, almost picked the JUPEB form this year, the day my mother was going to pick the form, I checked my portal, and I just gained admission to study my dream course: Law. I screamed ehhh, called my mother to come back that I just got admitted. I'm forever grateful to God." Another user, 7xprime, commented: "I reject all the failure from this caption." Ann destiny remarked: "I wrote once and gain admission in UNIZIK. I'm forever grateful to God." ANU expressed hope: "1 waec (Done 2023) 1 jamb (processing 2026) Gained admission (2026), matriculation (2027) This is how I want mine to be Lord, I know you can do it. Just 230." Sunshine forever congratulated her: "Congratulations, bby. Wish to write once and get admitted as well as my preferred course. Wish this for all jambites."
This story highlights the determination of many Nigerian students who face repeated examination hurdles. The lady's perseverance serves as an inspiration to others still awaiting admission.
