A Facebook post has revealed the outstanding performance of 15 students from St Anthony's Catholic High School in Ilesa, Osun State, in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The top performer, Ajadi Adekunle, achieved an impressive score of 347, leading a group of students who all scored high marks.
Principal Attributes Success to Discipline and Dedication
The school principal, Rev. Fr. Cyril Kayode Oni, credited the results to the institution's commitment to academic excellence and moral values. He stated that the high marks were not coincidental but a product of experienced teachers and a structured learning environment. Rev. Fr. Oni emphasized that the school focuses on instilling discipline and preparing students for life beyond higher education.
Other Top Performers
In addition to Ajadi Adekunle's remarkable score of 347, other students also performed exceptionally well, with scores such as 298 and 291. The school's consistent tradition of excellence was highlighted in the principal's statement, which noted that the results reflect the quality of education and dedication upheld by the institution.
Community Reactions
The Facebook post by Olasinde Victor garnered positive reactions from the public. Dada Bukola expressed pride in the school, commending the teachers and congratulating the students. Sarah Abosede Ajala wished them more success, while Seun Olayiwola simply offered congratulations. The post celebrated the collective achievement of the students and the school's role in their success.
Broader Context
This achievement comes amid other notable UTME performances across Nigeria. In a similar story, a Lagos school celebrated 19 students who performed well in the 2026 UTME, with two boys scoring over 340. Additionally, a proud father shared his underage daughter's impressive UTME results online, showcasing the growing trend of academic excellence among Nigerian students.
