Angel Alale, a Nigerian girl who achieved an impressive score of 331 in the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), has been awarded a full scholarship, securing her future education.
The news was shared by Educare CEO, Alex Onyia, on X (formerly Twitter), along with a touching video of Angel crying uncontrollably in class upon hearing the announcement. According to Onyia, Angel had been planning to stop her education after completing her WAEC exams due to the loss of her father and financial struggles.
Angel’s Exceptional Achievement
Angel’s UTME score was the highest in her school and ranked among the top scores in Nigeria, according to JAMB’s results breakdown. In the emotional video, Angel is seen overwhelmed with gratitude, her reaction touching the hearts of many online.
Sharing the news, Alex wrote:
“Angel Alale has just been informed of her full scholarship. She has been crying uncontrollably.
She lost her dad and was planning on stopping school after her WAEC exams. She scored 331 in JAMB which makes her the best in her school.
This has touched my heart differently and I will be forever happy and privileged to support her education journey. She is a star!”
Netizens React to Angel’s Scholarship
Angel’s story has drawn widespread admiration, with many praising Onyia’s generosity and expressing hope for the future.
- @Lithmike: “Omo, the kind stuff Oluwa dey arrange for you in years to come ehhh, overflow na understatement.”
- @popoyeh: “You are a Knight… not all Knights wear shining armors. May the Lord Almighty continue to prosper you as you bring joy to others.”
- @darkskintalks: “Angel Alale, I can only imagine all the emotions. @winexviv thank you for all you are doing, you are making a dent on the universe. God bless you.”
- @VICTORIAAM38522: “For this great kindness, may the Lord continue to bless you beyond measure… This is great.”
Other Scholarship Stories
In a similar gesture, another UTME candidate, Idris, who scored 323 despite studying in an uncompleted building in Kogi State, also received a full scholarship. His story, shared by Alex Onyia, highlighted the state of his school, prompting Bere-Mont Group to offer support by donating books to his school.
Conclusion
Angel Alale’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of education and kindness. Her remarkable achievement, combined with the generosity of those willing to support her dreams, underscores the importance of helping talented students achieve their potential. Stories like Angel’s and Idris’s continue to inspire hope and encourage a culture of support for education in Nigeria.