By A 94-year-old man, Adedapo Idowu, says his registration for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) is to fulfill his long-standing aspiration of studying Political Science at the University of Ibadan.
Stonix News reports that Pa Idowu registered at the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Professional Test Centre in Ibadan, Oyo State, recently.
He expressed his excitement about the smooth registration process.
Recall that the 2025 UTME registration started on January 31, and just last week, JAMB disclosed that over 700,000 candidates have registered, including 11,000 underage applicants.
Pa Idowu said that his initial fears about pursuing higher education, at his age, were dispelled after his seamless registration experience.
He, therefore, commended the JAMB for the efficient use of technology, such as integrating his National Identity Number (NIN), which simplified data collection and ensured a user-friendly process.
His story found a space in the latest bulletin of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board.
“I can now attain my dream at an advanced age.
“The registration staff gave me a sense of belonging through the warm reception at the registration venue,” he quipped.
He also advised other candidates to embrace professionalism and contentment in their academic journey.
The nonagenarian also encouraged JAMB to continue to ensure access to education for all, particularly the elderly, the underprivileged, and those living with disabilities.
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