Sixteen-year-old Owoeye Daniella Jesudunsin, who emerged as the overall highest scorer in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), has been awarded a N1 million scholarship by the Ekiti Parapo Association of Indiana, USA.
The brilliant teenager, who achieved an outstanding aggregate score of 372 out of 400 in the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) exams, received the generous cash prize at a heartfelt ceremony held in Ado-Ekiti, the capital of Ekiti State.
The award was presented by Deacon Abiodun Falodun, president of the Ekiti Parapo Association of Indiana, in recognition of her exceptional academic excellence and dedication.
Daniella, who aspires to study Medicine and Surgery at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), expressed her profound gratitude in a touching Facebook post following the event.
She described the occasion as a memorable and heartwarming moment, surrounded by the love of family, friends, and well-wishers.
In her message, she extended special appreciation to the Ekiti Parapo Association for their exceptional care, generosity, and support.
She also thanked His Royal Majesty, Oba Dr Sunday Aikuirawo Aniyi Amoyimade Atayese I, the Obaleo of Erinmope-Ekiti, Hon. Awoniyi, her parents, family members, and all those who honoured her with their presence.
"I am deeply humbled by every act of kindness shown to me," she wrote. "May the Almighty God richly reward you all for your generosity and thoughtfulness."
The young scholar also used the platform to offer valuable advice to prospective candidates preparing for the 2027 UTME.
In a Facebook post, she urged them to begin their preparations early rather than waiting until the last minute, drawing from her own successful journey.
Daniella's achievement and the subsequent recognition have captured the hearts of many Nigerians, highlighting the power of hard work and the importance of community support in nurturing young talents.
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