A young man has become a trending topic on social media after a video showed his unusual reaction upon meeting the 16-year-old girl who recorded the highest score in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The video captured the moment he approached her, engaged in conversation, and repeatedly touched his head after shaking her hand.
The young lady, Daniella Owoeye, made headlines nationwide after scoring 372 in the 2026 JAMB exam. Her subject breakdown was widely shared, highlighting her exceptional performance across all papers.
Man's Dramatic Encounter with Top Candidate
In the viral clip posted by a user with the handle @majimosess, the man, dressed in a suit, stood close to the 16-year-old and said, "Madam, let me shake you, let me touch my head." He repeated this statement several times while shaking her hand and then touching his own head with the same hand. He also praised her for achieving the highest score in the 2026 UTME.
His gesture and words caught the attention of many online users, who flocked to the comments section to share their thoughts.
Reactions from Social Media Users
- @Ash_fahh commented: "E reach to touch his head ohh. The thing Dey shocking."
- @maleekskies noted: "Very brilliant mind and lucky girl."
- @zinnerx09014 said: "Wetin dis girl don do make una arrest her for proper investigation."
- @askofbibby added: "Sharp."
Daniella's Achievement and Recognition
In a related story, Daniella Owoeye, who hails from Erinmope Ekiti, shared how excited and proud she felt after learning she was the top scorer. The 16-year-old also revealed her plans to prepare for the post-UTME at the University of Lagos, where she intends to study Medicine and Surgery.
Her tutorial centre celebrated her success, releasing her subject breakdown and commending her hard work. Community leaders in her hometown also praised her discipline and dedication.
Special Offer from US-Based Company
Following her achievement, Owoeye Daniella Jesudunsin received a special offer from a company based in the United States. The offer came after she spoke about her academic journey in an interview, where she discussed her school background, leadership roles, and her joy at emerging as the top scorer in the exam.
