Alayande David, a 17-year-old student from Zamani College, Kaduna, has been awarded a full scholarship by Nile University of Nigeria after scoring an impressive 367 out of 400 in the 2024 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination.

His exceptional performance caught the attention of Nile University’s management, leading them to offer him the scholarship in recognition of his academic excellence and strong desire to study at the institution.

During the award ceremony, Nile University’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh, highlighted the university’s dedication to fostering academic talent, stating that supporting exceptional students like David aligns with their mission to encourage and nurture the next generation of leaders. David expressed his gratitude, calling the scholarship a “dream come true” and sharing his excitement about pursuing his studies without financial worries.

Nile University, based in Abuja and established in 2009, continues to be a leading private institution committed to academic excellence and innovation. With a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, the university is part of Honoris United Universities, Africa’s first and largest pan-African private higher education network.