2026 UTME: Nursing Aspirant Scores 309 in JAMB, Ranks Among Top Performers in 2026 UTME Exercise

A Nigerian student identified as Tochukwu Chukwuogu has drawn admiration after scoring 309 in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), a performance that places him among the country's top-performing candidates.

The aspiring nursing student shared his result on LinkedIn, revealing that his score earned him a national ranking of 7,176 among candidates who sat for this year's examination. 

According to the result he posted, Tochukwu scored:

• Use of English – 72

• Physics – 91

• Chemistry – 87

• Biology – 59

His aggregate score of 309 has attracted congratulatory messages from professionals and fellow LinkedIn users, many of whom praised his dedication and academic excellence.

Sharing the milestone, Tochukwu expressed gratitude to everyone who contributed to his academic journey.

"Today, I am grateful to celebrate an important milestone in my academic journey. I scored 309 in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (JAMB)." 

He also reflected on what the achievement means to him.

"This performance earned me a national ranking of 7,176, placing me among the top-performing candidates in Nigeria." 

Beyond celebrating his result, the young candidate reaffirmed his career ambition of becoming a nurse and contributing to healthcare delivery.

"I aspire to study Nursing to build a career dedicated to compassionate patient care and contribute to better healthcare outcomes in Nigeria and beyond." 

Tochukwu also acknowledged the support system behind his success, thanking God, his family, teachers, mentors, and everyone who encouraged him throughout his preparation.

His achievement comes as thousands of candidates continue to share their 2026 UTME results, inspiring other students preparing for admission into tertiary institutions across the country.

For prospective candidates, the story serves as another reminder that consistent preparation, strategic practice with past questions, and dedication remain key ingredients for success in the UTME.