Another Nmesoma breaks JAMB record in Anambra after resit

DDM News

A student from Anambra State, Nigeria has broken academic ground in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), echoing the story of a previous record-setter with the same name.

Obiora-Nwokedi Nmesoma, a student of Queens Convent in Awka, made headlines after scoring 343 in the JAMB resit, setting a new record for her school.

Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) confirmed that the mission-run Queens Convent, owned by the Anglican Church, had earlier been rocked by controversy when Nmesoma scored a shocking 165 in the first round of the exam.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) had blamed the initial low scores on technical glitches in its system, an error that reportedly affected several candidates nationwide.

Tragically, reports indicate that the psychological toll of the incident led to one student allegedly taking her own life due to the anxiety and despair caused by the erroneous results.

The school’s principal, Dr. Martha Ibezim, while speaking to DDM, described Nmesoma’s latest score as a product of hard work, institutional excellence, and resilience.

She attributed the academic success to Queens Convent’s commitment to grooming well-rounded students in a supportive learning environment.

According to Ibezim, the feat has restored the student’s confidence and further reinforced the school’s identity as a citadel of excellence in Anambra State.

“This is a story of triumph over adversity,” Dr. Ibezim declared, highlighting how Nmesoma turned initial disappointment into historic achievement.

The principal revealed that Queens Convent had in place rigorous preparatory programs, a dedicated teaching staff, and modern learning facilities, all of which played crucial roles in the student’s success.

“Nmesoma did not allow the initial score of 165 to define her future,” Ibezim said, adding that the school had insisted on transparency and advocated for affected students to be given a fair chance.

The board’s decision to conduct a resit examination gave Nmesoma another opportunity to prove herself.

She seized the chance with remarkable determination, scoring 343 and emerging as the highest scorer in her school’s history.

The new result has reignited public conversation on the reliability of Nigeria’s centralized examination systems, especially after repeated cases of technical and administrative irregularities.

According to school records, Nmesoma has always been a brilliant student, frequently topping her class in mathematics and science subjects.

Teachers describe her as disciplined, curious, and highly motivated, qualities that have been nurtured through Queens Convent’s structured mentorship approach.

The principal also noted that the incident has triggered internal reviews within the school to develop psychological support systems for students facing examination trauma.

Many Nigerians recall a similar case in 2023 when another student named Nmesoma from Anambra was embroiled in a JAMB score controversy that sparked national debate and even legislative intervention.

That prior episode, where a student was accused of manipulating her JAMB result, eventually ended in disciplinary actions and legal discussions around transparency in educational testing.

However, this new Nmesoma’s case offers a redemptive narrative, where truth, justice, and resilience converge to restore faith in Nigeria’s embattled educational institutions.

Educationists in the state have hailed Queens Convent’s handling of the situation, especially the moral and academic support provided to all students affected by the JAMB technical issues.

They commended the Anglican Church for investing in quality education through schools like Queens Convent, which continue to produce outstanding results.

Dr. Ibezim called for a full-scale investigation into the technical issues that plagued the 2025 UTME, warning that such flaws undermine public confidence and endanger the emotional wellbeing of students.

She also advocated for reforms that include independent verification of scores and mental health support for candidates, particularly those from vulnerable backgrounds.

Parents who spoke to DDM expressed relief at the outcome of the resit and praised the school for advocating on behalf of its students.

They urged the federal government and JAMB to adopt more student-friendly measures, including real-time verification tools and appeal processes.

With a score of 343, Nmesoma is now eligible to apply to top-tier Nigerian universities, including the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka.

Her preferred fields of study include medicine, biomedical engineering, and data science, according to close friends who spoke with DDM.

As Nigeria continues to grapple with challenges in its education sector, stories like Nmesoma’s offer hope and a blueprint for institutional resilience and student advocacy.

Observers say the 2025 UTME saga has once again exposed cracks in JAMB’s digital infrastructure and highlighted the need for better accountability.

Meanwhile, Queens Convent is celebrating its record-breaking student and preparing to formally recognize her achievement during its upcoming prize-giving day.

Nmesoma has dedicated her victory to her parents, teachers, and peers who stood by her during the difficult period of the exam controversy.

She also sent a message of encouragement to fellow students across the country: “Never give up. Your true potential is greater than one result. Fight for your dreams.”

Her message has since gone viral on social media, earning her admiration from education stakeholders, student groups, and faith-based institutions.

In the wake of her triumph, calls are growing for JAMB to issue a formal apology to all students whose results were initially affected by the technical faults.

Nmesoma’s story, marked by disappointment, courage, and eventual victory, continues to inspire a new generation of Nigerian students determined to rise above systemic failures.

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