Edo State Deputy Governor rewards top UTME candidate with N1 million (punchng.com)
Edo State Deputy Governor, Dr. Opeyemi Ogunlesi, has awarded N1 million to Daniel Osagiobare, who ranked fourth among Nigeria’s top UTME candidates. The gesture aims to recognize academic excellence and encourage other students to pursue higher education. Osagiobare, a candidate from Edo State, achieved high scores in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), a key entrance exam for Nigerian universities.
The reward was presented during a ceremony held at the Edo State Ministry of Education. Ogunlesi emphasized the importance of investing in education as a means of national development. He also highlighted the need for continued support to students who demonstrate exceptional performance.
Osagiobare expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating that the award would motivate him to continue striving for academic success. The gesture has sparked discussions on the role of state governments in supporting students through financial incentives.
