Nile University of Nigeria has given a full scholarship to Alayande David, who was one of the top scorers in the 2024 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board examination.
Seventeen-year-old Alayande, a student from Zamani College in Kaduna, scored an impressive 367 out of 400 in the JAMB exams.
His outstanding performance caught the attention of Nile University, especially after he expressed a strong desire to study there. The university decided to offer him a full tuition scholarship because of his remarkable achievement and its commitment to attracting Nigeriaโs brightest students.
During the scholarship award ceremony, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Nile University, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh, spoke about the universityโs dedication to rewarding outstanding students. He said, โOur culture at Nile University is to encourage students who excel in academics by providing them with the opportunities they need to succeed. We believe in identifying and nurturing exceptional talent. Davidโs incredible success in the JAMB exam speaks volumes about his dedication and potential. We are proud to support him with this scholarship, which aligns with our mission to foster academic excellence and provide opportunities for students to thrive.โ
David expressed his excitement about the scholarship, saying, โThis scholarship is a dream come true for me. Nile University is where Iโve always wanted to be, and now I can focus entirely on my studies without worrying about the financial burden on my parents. Iโm incredibly grateful and excited to start this new chapter and make the most of this opportunity.โ
