An exceptionally brilliant 18-year-old who scored 293 in JAMB and 60% in UNILORIN’s Post-UTME has been denied Nursing Science admission for the second year in a row, sparking public outrage and calls for accountability.
An 18-year-old student, Elizabeth Funmilayo Odewusi, has been left devastated after the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) allegedly denied her admission into the Nursing Science programme for the second consecutive year, despite her exceptional academic performance, including a 293 score in JAMB and 60% in Post-UTME.
Elizabeth first attempted admission last year with a JAMB score above 280 but was reportedly rejected despite meeting all requirements. After that setback, she doubled her efforts, studied harder, and returned with an even higher score in 2025 — only to face the same outcome.
Her story has triggered widespread concern and sympathy, with many calling the situation a serious injustice against a bright, hardworking student.
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“I Don’t Know Whether to Cry or Weep” — Advocate Speaks
One of those who raised alarm over Elizabeth’s case, Mr. Nurideen Yusuf, a staff member of the Court of Appeal in Ilorin, described the situation as heartbreaking.
“I don’t know whether to cry or weep as I am confused and sad about this poor lady who has always been an object of unluckiness. Last year, she got above 280 but didn’t secure admission. Sadly, this year again, she got 293 to study nursing and was denied again. The most unfortunate thing is that she even did JUPEB and got a very high score to no avail.”
He appealed to the university to revisit the case, warning that the repeated disappointment may lead to depression and cause her to lose interest in education.
Family Reacts: “This Is Enough to Break a Young Girl”
A family source expressed deep concern over the impact the repeated rejection could have on the teenager.
“This young girl is just 18 years old. She passed last year, but they didn’t give her admission. She worked harder this year, scored 293 in JAMB and 60 in Post-UTME, yet she was not considered. This is enough to frustrate a young girl and make her depressed.”
Elizabeth’s academic documents show an outstanding O-level result:
- Biology (B3)
- Physics (B3)
- Chemistry (C4)
- English (C4)
- Mathematics (C4)
- Agricultural Science (B2)
Nigerians React: “Nigeria Is Killing Young Dreams”
Many Nigerians have taken to social media, condemning the recurring denial of admission and calling for transparency from the university and the admission authorities.
A commentator, Oladimeji Shagaya, lamented:
“It pains me seeing extraordinarily brilliant students being denied admission without any justification. This injustice hasn’t only happened to this young lady but to many others who have been forced to abandon education and pursue other means of livelihood, which is not their dream.”
Another admission seeker, Joshua Babatunde, said he had a similar experience:
“Same as me. 284 in JAMB and 52 in Post-UTME. Mathematics A1, Chemistry B3, Physics A1, Biology B3, English C5. I wasn’t transferred, and I didn’t see admission.”
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