A young Nigerian lady and medical doctor, Vivian Chinonyerem Iloabuchi, has taken to social media to recount a rare encounter she had with former Anambra State governor and 2027 presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
Perfect WAEC Result Sparks Recognition
In a post on her X page, @veev_iloabuchi, the young lady celebrated a decade of academic success. She shared a screenshot of her 2016 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) result, which showed she scored A1 in all nine subjects: Data Processing, Civic Education, English Language, Igbo Language, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
Alongside the result, she posted a photo of herself in a medical setting, highlighting her journey from a brilliant secondary school student to a medical doctor.
Peter Obi's Surprise Call
Reflecting on her achievement, Vivian disclosed that Peter Obi personally reached out to her at the time. She wrote: "Is this a good time to say my claim to fame is that Peter Obi called me to congratulate me back then? He’s from my village lol."
She noted that Obi was no longer serving as governor when he made the call, adding: "It honestly meant the world to my teenage self. He wasn’t even governor of Anambra State anymore. He didn’t have to do that, but he did."
Social Media Reactions
The post garnered positive reactions from social media users. @orjikuramo commented: "He wasn't contesting to be president when he called you... He didn't even call you and make it a thing - just did it quietly and moved on. Kai! Peter Obi is above so many men."
@zubby_ said: "Agulu to the world!? Congratulations Dr. Veev!" while @christophDera added: "This result trended that year. At least in Aba schools. Dority."
Vivian's story serves as an inspiration, showcasing how a remarkable academic achievement can lead to unexpected recognition from prominent figures.
