Another Nmesoma Breaks UTME Highest Score Record in Anambra School

By Praise Chinecherem

Obiora-Nwokedi Nmesoma, a candidate of the just concluded 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has broken record as the student with the highest score in her school.

Nmesoma, a student of Queens Convent Awka, Anambra state, owned by the Anglican church scored 343 in the resit exercise scheduled by the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB).

She had scored 165 in the botched controversial version, which the exam body blamed on technical glitches in the system.

Many students were traumatized by the ugly development, including the girl that took her life.

Speaking exclusively to our correspondent, Principal of the school, Dr Martha Ibezim attributed Nmesoma’s feat to the school’s commitment to academic excellence and holistic student development.

She also linked the success to school’s dedicated faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and rigorous preparatory programs.

According to Ibezim, the victory had not only secured the student a bright future, but had brought pride to the school, reinforcing its reputation as a leading institution for academic and personal growth.

She said, “Initially scoring a disheartening 165 in the exam due to reported glitches in the JAMB system, Nmesoma refused to let this define her.

“When given the opportunity to resit the exam, she soared to an outstanding score of 343, proving her academic prowess and showcasing the exceptional preparation provided by her school.

“Nmesoma’s journey began like that of many ambitious students across Nigeria, with dreams of excelling in the highly competitive UTME to secure a place in a top university.

“A star pupil known for her consistent academic excellence, Nmesoma was shocked when her initial JAMB score of 165 did not reflect her capabilities.

“The low mark, attributed to technical glitches in the JAMB system, could have discouraged even the most determined student.

“But Nmesoma, fortified by the unwavering support of her teachers and the robust academic foundation at Queens Convent Awka, remained undeterred.

“Queens Convent Awka, a prestigious institution renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and holistic student development, played a pivotal role in Nmesoma’s success.

“The school’s dedicated faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and rigorous preparatory programs equipped Nmesoma with the knowledge, confidence, and resilience needed to face the challenge head-on.

“When the opportunity to resit the exam arose, Nmesoma was ready—not just to prove herself, but to demonstrate the caliber of education imparted at Queens Convent.

“Her remarkable score of 343 in the resit exam is a testament to her hard work and the exceptional guidance provided by Queens Convent Awka.

“This near-200-point leap underscores the school’s ability to nurture talent and foster an environment where students can thrive, even in the face of adversity.

“Nmesoma’s achievement is not just a personal victory but a shining example of what students can accomplish when supported by a school that prioritizes excellence, discipline, and individualized attention.

“Nmesoma’s story is a powerful reminder that setbacks are merely setups for comebacks when students are empowered by the right environment.

“Her triumph has not only secured her a bright future but has also brought pride to Queens Convent Awka, reinforcing its reputation as a leading institution for academic and personal growth.