Lady Gains Admission into ABU After a Decade
A Nigerian lady has celebrated her long-awaited admission into Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, a decade after completing secondary school. The lady, identified as @faustyeena on TikTok, shared her journey on the platform, detailing the challenges and detours she faced before finally securing a place at the university.
She stated that she finished secondary school in 2016 but did not perform well in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). Instead of giving up, she took a job and later began learning hairdressing in 2017. She completed her apprenticeship in 2019 but could not find employment as a stylist, so she took up a teaching job.
From Hairdressing to Teaching and Back to School
In 2022, she decided to rewrite WASSCE and achieved good grades. By 2026, she had opened her own home salon and simultaneously gained admission into ABU. Her story resonated with many on social media, who celebrated her perseverance and determination.
Reacting to her post, a user named Rare_ Lily wrote: "Congratulations to you girl. Next year will be 10 years I finished sec school too and I think your video popping up is some kind of encouragement cos I have been searching up opportunities online. I’ll embark on mine next year." Another user, PETERS FAMILY, said: "Congratulations to you sis, I am so proud of you. Please, for the sake of God, continue to be who you are and never relent. If actually you're going to the main campus, open your eyes pls, opportunities are in North and don't misuse them. I love you girl."
Others Share Similar Experiences
Many commenters shared their own stories of delayed university admission. KAbbey noted: "Congratulationssss, I know how this feels. I went to the university 10 years after I left secondary school and I’m about to start 400L this September. God will see you through. Your hands are blessed. Your head is blessed. He never fails." Ms C added: "I’m so proud of you. Please never give up. You have strangers rooting for you! Education will favour you. Amen."
SPARKLE commented: "Congratulations stranger, more greater heights to achieve and the God that did it for you will surely do it for me. Amen." chrissell wrote: "After 10 years? Then I shouldn’t lose hope. Been home for 5 years now. But I’m actually planning to earn a skill too so I don’t waste my time working for people all my life." Mhizwealth shared: "Omo I'm done with one semester after ten years of staying at home but in all I am thanking God for bringing me this far and how far he's going to be taking me from here. Your story is actually mine, no difference."
Inspiration for Others
The lady's story serves as an inspiration to many who have faced similar delays in pursuing higher education. Her journey highlights the importance of resilience, acquiring skills, and never giving up on one's dreams. The viral post has sparked conversations about alternative paths to success and the value of perseverance in the face of setbacks.
