A young boy who sat for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has gone viral after collapsing upon seeing his impressive results. The boy scored 95 in Physics, 98 in Biology, and 98 in Chemistry, as revealed in a WhatsApp chat with his teacher.
Student Thanks Teacher for Academic Success
In the video shared on TikTok by @dailyedconsult, the boy could be heard expressing his gratitude to his teacher for guiding him through his studies. He said, "When I started the exam yesterday, I was like, is this really JAMB exam? Lord, I'm very grateful; it's a turning point for meeting you. Thank you for transforming my life." The chat screenshots displayed his scores in each subject, including English Language, and his total UTME score.
Reaction to the Results
Speaking about his reaction when his mother showed him the results, the boy said, "I cannot believe myself. As my mum told me, I just fell straight to the ground." The video has sparked reactions online, with many users congratulating him. Comments included PRAISEGOD writing, "Congratulations, you should thank God. He is wonderful," and JOSH_FFX adding, "Surpassed 2025 achievement."
Similar Success Stories
In related news, Legit.ng reported that an art student went viral after scoring 98 in Christian Religious Studies (CRS) and performing well in Government in the 2026 UTME. Another story highlighted a proud father celebrating his daughter who scored 97 in Chemistry and 98 in Physics. Additionally, a young lady sent an emotional message to JAMB, pleading for a recheck after feeling her result was too low despite finding the exam easy.
These stories continue to inspire Nigerian youths as they await their own UTME outcomes.
