Daniella Owoeye Jesudunsin, the overall highest scorer in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), has received a ₦1 million scholarship in recognition of her exceptional performance.
Owoeye, a 16-year-old indigene of Erinmope-Ekiti in Ekiti State, announced the award in a Facebook post on Wednesday.
She expressed deep gratitude to the Ekiti Parapo in Indiana, United States, for the generous scholarship, as well as to family members, friends, and well-wishers who celebrated her achievement.
“It was truly a memorable and heartwarming moment to be celebrated and surrounded by the love of family, friends, and well-wishers. My heart is filled with profound gratitude,” she said.
She particularly thanked the Ekiti Parapo in Indiana for their “exceptional care, generosity, and immeasurable love,” along with the Obaleo of Erinmope-Ekiti, Oba Dr. Sunday Aikuirawo Aniyi Amoyimade Atayese I, and the President of Ekiti Parapo, Hon. Awoniyi. Owoeye also appreciated her parents, family, and all guests for their support, prayers, and gifts.
Owoeye scored an impressive 372 out of 400 in the examination, which she sat in Ogun State. Her subject scores were 98 in English Language, 98 in Chemistry, 94 in Physics, and 82 in Biology. She aspires to study Medicine and Surgery at the University of Lagos.
In previous interviews, the young scholar attributed her success to early and consistent preparation, the use of past questions, CBT practice apps, online tutorials, and study groups, rather than relying solely on long reading hours.
She focused on strengthening her weak areas throughout her preparation.
The scholarship adds to the growing recognition of her outstanding academic feat, which has drawn widespread acclaim across Nigeria.
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