How Strong Tower Academy Students Scored Above 340 in 2026 UTME

Students of Strong Tower Academy have revealed the study habits, preparation methods and personal sacrifices that helped many of them achieve outstanding performances in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), with several candidates scoring above 340.

The remarkable results have drawn attention from education stakeholders, parents and students across the country, especially at a time when competition for university admission in Nigeria continues to intensify yearly.

The students, who spoke about their preparation experiences, credited their success to discipline, consistency, proper planning, Computer-Based Test (CBT) practice, self-belief, guidance from teachers and strong support from parents and mentors.

Many of them explained that success in the UTME did not happen overnight but was the result of months of deliberate preparation, strategic study patterns and continuous practice with past questions and CBT applications.

One of the highest scorers, Adeoti Ayobami Daniel, emerged with an impressive score of 359. According to him, his journey toward achieving such a high score was not without challenges.

He disclosed that he initially struggled with poor reading structure and ineffective study methods before discovering a more organized approach after scoring 308 in the UTME mock examination.

Adeoti explained that the mock examination helped him identify weaknesses in English Language, which later became his major focus area.

“I realized English was affecting my overall performance, so I paid more attention to it during preparation,” he said.

According to him, his score in English improved significantly from 57 in the mock examination to 75 in the main UTME. He also recorded major improvements in other subjects, including Mathematics, which increased from 79 to 98, Chemistry from 82 to 90, and Physics from 90 to 96.

The student explained that beyond reading textbooks, he adopted a system that combined immediate practice with learning. He relied heavily on CBT applications, online examinations, educational materials from Daily Ed and the Prep 50 UTME textbook.

Adeoti noted that regular practice helped him become familiar with examination patterns, time management and question formats.

Another outstanding candidate, Olaniyi Oluwajoba, who scored 349, said success in the UTME was not necessarily about studying for extremely long hours but about understanding the right strategy to use.

According to him, discipline and consistency played major roles in his preparation process.

Olaniyi explained that he combined school lessons with personal study sessions while constantly revising difficult topics until he gained mastery.

He revealed that he relied heavily on digital learning tools such as MySchool CBT and Test Driller to improve his speed and accuracy.

The student also acknowledged the role played by his tutor at Daily Ed, noting that proper guidance helped him understand likely question patterns and examination techniques.

“What made the difference for me was consistency, discipline and understanding the right strategy,” he explained.

Another student, Adabonyan Ayokunle Oluwasogo, who scored 344, described his preparation as deliberate, organized and highly structured.

According to him, he spent several months studying educational tutorials on YouTube while also attending private tutoring sessions.

He revealed that Chemistry alone took him about three months to complete because he carefully studied more than 200 tutorial episodes to fully understand the subject.

Physics, according to him, took an additional two weeks of intensive preparation.

Adabonyan said one of the major factors that improved his performance was constant participation in weekly timed mock tests.

He explained that the mock tests helped him improve his speed, build confidence and overcome examination pressure.

The student added that feedback from his tutors also helped him identify areas needing improvement before the main examination.

For Osunro Ifeoluwa, who scored 343, success came through self-confidence, positive thinking and understanding personal learning patterns.

According to the student, many brilliant candidates fail examinations because of fear, anxiety and self-doubt.

He stressed the importance of staying mentally positive throughout the preparation period.

Osunro also explained that he discovered he studied better during the daytime and therefore structured his reading timetable around his personal strengths.

“Fear and self-doubt can affect performance seriously. I focused on positivity and studied at the time that worked best for me,” he stated.

Another candidate, Omotosho Deborah Ayomikun, scored 324 and credited her performance to determination, encouragement from family members and motivation from teachers.

She explained that after writing the mock examination, she refused to settle for an average result and became more determined to improve.

According to Deborah, imagining the happiness and pride her parents would feel after seeing her result became one of her strongest motivations.

“I kept reminding myself that I could do better, and that pushed me to study harder,” she said.

Odunowo Daniel, who scored 320, emphasized the importance of understanding the JAMB syllabus and practising questions regularly.

He explained that one of his biggest goals during preparation was to improve speed and accuracy.

To achieve this, he trained himself to answer 180 questions within one hour instead of the standard two hours usually allocated during practice sessions.

According to him, constant practice helped him discover patterns in the examination and improved his confidence.

“I realized there was a pattern in the examination. Once you understand the system and remain consistent, things become easier,” he explained.

Another student, David Oyebode, who scored 314, attributed his success to discipline and avoiding distractions, especially excessive smartphone use.

He explained that he deliberately reduced time spent on entertainment and social media during his preparation period.

David also appreciated his parents for supporting him by reducing domestic responsibilities and giving him enough time to focus on his studies.

According to him, understanding topics properly instead of cramming helped him retain information better.

“I focused more on understanding what I was reading and constantly reviewing past questions,” he said.

Similarly, Olaonipekun Zion Olayiwola, who scored 312, said active learning methods played an important role in his preparation strategy.

The student explained that he avoided memorization and instead focused on understanding concepts through summaries, memory recall and self-testing techniques.

He added that timed practice questions also helped him improve speed and confidence before the examination.

“I don’t believe in cramming. I believe in reading with understanding and using a proper system,” he stated.

Folajimi Samuel Oluwaferanmi, who scored 306, also highlighted the importance of consistency, proper rest and confidence during examination preparation.

According to him, many students focus only on reading without paying attention to sleep and mental stability.

He explained that regular revision, proper understanding of the JAMB syllabus and constant practice with past questions helped him become more familiar with the examination structure.

Education stakeholders have continued to praise the performances recorded by the students, noting that their experiences highlight the growing importance of technology-driven learning, structured preparation and disciplined study habits in modern education.

Observers say the testimonies from the students also show that success in competitive examinations like the UTME is not based solely on intelligence but on consistency, strategy, effective use of learning tools and determination.

The outstanding performances have generated excitement within the Strong Tower Academy community, with many parents and teachers applauding the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and student development.

Many education experts believe that the increasing use of CBT applications, online tutorials and digital learning resources among students is gradually transforming examination preparation in Nigeria.

They also stressed the importance of mentorship, parental support and proper guidance in helping students remain focused during critical academic periods.

As competition for university admission continues to rise in Nigeria, the experiences shared by these high-performing students may serve as valuable lessons for future UTME candidates preparing to achieve exceptional results in subsequent examinations.

Source: Vanguard