Afe Babalola University Celebrates Dr. Peace J. Ajeyomi: Overall Best Medical Student with Six Distinctions

Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), has announced Dr. Peace Jesulayomi Ajeyomi as the Overall Best Graduating Student of the Medical School, Class of 2025.

At just 22 years old, Dr. Ajeyomi achieved a historic feat by earning her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree with an extraordinary six distinctions, the highest in her set. 

A Journey of Resilience and Excellence 

Dr. Ajeyomi’s path to the pinnacle of her class spanned seven years and three months of rigorous academic and clinical training. Reflecting on her journey via social media, she attributed her success to "sleepless nights, resilience, and faith." 

Throughout her tenure at ABUAD, she maintained a consistent record of excellence across: 

Clinical Rotations: Demonstrating superior practical competence.

Theoretical Examinations: Securing the top spot in core medical disciplines.

Holistic Leadership: Balancing academic rigour with a commitment to compassion and service.

The Support System Behind the Success

Acknowledging that "no doctor is an island," Dr. Ajeyomi credited her success to a robust support network including her parents, siblings, mentors, and fellow students. She also highlighted her faith in God as the primary driver behind her endurance during the most challenging phases of the medical programme. 

Legacy and Future Impact

By graduating as the Best Student in one of Nigeria’s most competitive private medical schools, Dr. Ajeyomi has positioned herself as a leading figure in the next generation of healthcare professionals.

"I dared to dream, I stayed the course, and I made it," she stated, looking forward to a career dedicated to purpose-driven healthcare and national impact.