Young Nigerian Woman Who Overcame Multiple WEAC Setbacks Graduates from Lagos State University

A young Nigerian woman, Becca Ammy, has successfully graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Health Education from Lagos State University, Lagos, after overcoming significant academic challenges. Becca earned her degree with a 3.60-second class upper division.

Becca faced numerous obstacles during her educational journey, including failing her West African Examination Council (WAEC) exam twice before passing on her third attempt. She also experienced delays in gaining university admission despite achieving high scores in her Unified Tertiary Matriculation Exam (UTME), which nearly led her to depression and suicidal thoughts.

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"Despite the high UTME scores, I faced immense pressure and had suicidal thoughts, but someone intervened just in time," Becca recounted.

After initially enrolling in a part-time Science Laboratory Technology program at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) and struggling to pass exams, Becca discovered the Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) program. Though hesitant due to financial constraints, her adoptive parents supported her decision to pursue the program at Lagos State University.

Although she initially aimed to study Nursing, Becca was accepted into the Health Education program. Despite initial disappointment, she developed a strong interest in the field and excelled academically.

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"Delay is not denial. I am proud to have graduated with a second class upper division in Health Education. It was a challenging journey, but perseverance paid off," Becca said.

Becca advises students facing similar setbacks to remain persistent and motivated. "Do not give up. Delay is not a denial. Your efforts will eventually pay off," she encouraged.