A 94-year-old man, Pa Adedapo Idowu, is upbeat about securing placement at the Premier University of Ibadan (UI) to realise his lifelong dream of becoming a “political scientist.”

The nonagenarian, having resolved that age would not be a barrier in the way of actualisation of his dream, has taken bold steps to register for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

 Idowu, out of sheer perseverance and determination registered for the UTME at the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Professional Test Centre, Ibadan, Oyo State.

 According to him, he wants to return to school to pursue his long time dream of studying Political Science at the University of Ibadan.

 In an interview with newsmen, Idowu commended JAMB for the seamlessness of the ongoing registration process.

He noted that his registration experience has now dispelled his earlier fears, which he had secretly nursed on the possibility of his ever attaining his dream of tertiary education at his advanced age.

 He also commended JAMB for the deployment of relevant technology that made the process so user-friendly, especially the board’s integration of his National identity Number (NIN) to aid his data collection and the absence of discrimination against the old, the under-privileged and people with disabilities.

 “The staff also gave me a sense of belonging; through the warm reception at the registration venue,” he said.

 The nonagenarian also enjoined the board to ensure the current path is maintained to ensure continuous success in delivering its mandate.

He stated that his interaction with the board had instilled in him the required confidence to go into the examination for ultimate success.

 Idowu offered words of wisdom to fellow candidates, emphasising the vital role of professionalism and contentment in navigating life’s challenges.

 He urged them to reject examination malpractices and instead focus on fair and honest pursuits.

 He stated that his interaction with the board had instilled in him the required confidence to go into the examination for ultimate success.

He also reminded everyone of the imperative of not giving up on their dreams regardless of how old they are or the difficulties life may present.

 Meanwhile, the registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Is-haq Oloyede, has expressed his satisfaction with the ongoing registration process for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

 He attributed the significant success of the exercise to the dedication, competence, and commitment of JAMB staff across the nation.

 The registrar noted that this year’s registration had been progressing more smoothly than in previous years.

 He also commended the security personnel for their tireless efforts in ensuring an orderly and successful registration process.

 “I am proud of the Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres, the staff, and everyone involved in the registration process. I believe this exercise is better by far,” he stated.