WAEC and JAMB Should Stop Discouraging Exceptional Students – Amb. Prof. Funmilayo Adesanya-Davies

Amb. Prof. Funmilayo Adesanya-Davies, a former presidential candidate, has urged West African Examination Council, WAEC and Joint Admission and Matriculations Board, JAMB to reevaluate its policies and stop discouraging exceptional students.

Amb. Prof. Funmilayo Adesanya-Davies, a lecturer of four decades, and Professor of Applied linguistics at Department of English and Communication Arts, Faculty of Humanities, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education Port Harcourt, Rivers State, made the appeal in a statement issued by her Special Assistant/ Public Relations, Iquo Halo Eton.

The statement reads: “I call on WAEC and JAMB to revisit its policies and ensure they are flexible and inclusive, allowing exceptional students like Miss Aminu to thrive and reach their full potential. By doing so, we can unlock the doors of opportunity and empower the next generation of Nigerian leaders to excel globally”.

Adesanya, while congratulating Miss Nafisat Abdullah Aminu, a 17-year-old Nigerian girl, who has won the Global English Award at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Finals held in London, UK, described her achievement has remarkable “a testament to her exceptional talent, dedication, and hard work”.

She outshone over 20,000 participants from 69 countries, showcasing exceptional command of the English language and communication skills. Nafisat is a student of the Nigerian Tulip International College (NTIC) in Yobe State.

Her Achievement:

• Global Recognition: Nafisat’s victory has brought international recognition to her and her country, Nigeria.
• Exceptional Skills: She demonstrated outstanding English language skills, beating participants from native English-speaking countries.
• Inspiration: Her win has sparked widespread celebrations and calls for national recognition, inspiring young Nigerians to strive for excellence.

“I wholeheartedly congratulate Miss Nafisat Abdullah Aminu, the 17-year-old Nigerian prodigy who has emerged victorious at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Finals in London, UK, by winning the prestigious Global English Award.

“As we celebrate Miss Aminu’s triumph, I urge WAEC and JAMB to reevaluate its policies and stop discouraging exceptional students. We must recognize and nurture the talents of students like Miss Aminu, who are breaking barriers and making Nigeria proud on the global stage.

“Miss Aminu’s achievement is not only a reflection of her individual brilliance but also a testament to the potential that lies within Nigerian students. It is imperative that our educational institutions and policies support and encourage such exceptional talents, rather than imposing one-size-fits-all restrictions”, she noted

“Once again, I congratulate Miss Nafisat Abdullah Aminu on her outstanding achievement and look forward to seeing her continue to make waves in the world of academia and beyond.