A young student has gained widespread attention after his school posted his exceptional 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) result on social media. Dauda Abba Hussaini achieved an aggregate score of 359, excelling in key science subjects.
According to the post from his school, Dauda scored 71 in English, 96 in Mathematics, 98 in Chemistry, and 94 in Physics. These outstanding marks, particularly in the core science subjects, have impressed many online.
School Celebrates Student's Achievement
The school shared the result on their official social media page, writing: "Another star rises at NTIC! Dauda Abba Hussaini has officially set the bar high with a 359 in the 2026 UTME. We are so proud of your dedication and focus. Keep soaring!"
The post quickly gathered reactions from netizens who congratulated the young scholar. Many praised his hard work and dedication, with some expressing hope that their own children would achieve similar success.
Reactions from Social Media Users
Several commenters shared their thoughts on the achievement. Hussaini Kake Mallam called him a "large guru," while Oluchi Chukwuka said: "Congratulations, son. I tap the blessing on behalf of my children." Others like Yunusa Inuwa Santa and Zainab Ikharo Braimah also extended their congratulations.
Mufutau Jelilat acknowledged the role of teachers, saying: "Congratulations, dear teachers may Almighty Allah bless you all."
Another Student Surpasses Expectations
In a related story, a Nigerian lady named Tamunoibibo Christiana Lesson shared her 2026 UTME result on TikTok. She scored an aggregate of 301, with 79 in English, 68 in Physics, 87 in Biology, and 67 in Chemistry.
Christiana admitted that the result surprised her, as she had initially expected to score around 180. She expressed gratitude for exceeding her own expectations.
Previous High Scorers
Earlier, a young boy who scored 95 in Physics, 98 in Biology, and 98 in Chemistry in the JAMB exam also went viral. He credited his teacher for helping him achieve such high marks.
These stories continue to inspire students across Nigeria to aim for excellence in their academic pursuits.
