A remarkable academic performance has emerged from the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) as a head boy from Riyad Saliheen College, Olambe, recorded an impressive aggregate score of 326 — a new benchmark for the school.
According to TVC News, the standout candidate, Nurudeen-Odewunmi Abdullah Olabanji, achieved the score in the annual national examination administered by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), earning praise for his diligence and academic preparation.
The UTME, which is being conducted nationwide in accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres, continues to draw participation from millions of candidates vying for admission into universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education across Nigeria.
As results roll out in batches, high achievers like Olabanji are being celebrated on social media and within academic circles.
Analysts say outstanding scores such as this reflect a combination of focused study, mastery of subject content, and effective examination strategy — qualities that many candidates aim to emulate.
As the 2026 UTME results continue to be released, more top performers are expected to emerge, showcasing Nigeria’s academic talent pool.