The College of Medicine (COMUI), University of Ibadan, Nigeria, recorded an amazing performance from an outgoing student of the 2021 set. Thus, putting him at the peak of being the best graduating student.

John Okopi, now a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree holder, didn't find it easy as a student. For him, he experienced what is commonly said that "life isn't a bed of roses". His financial constraints made that clause a reality.

Indeed, "not all of us are born with silver spoons".

Besides that, Dr. John Okopi began as an average student, with a 206 on the infamous JAMB exam, which secured him admission. On the other hand, most of his colleagues scored way higher (medical school isn't a joke, as we all know).

However, he had no choice but to make lemonade out of the lemons thrown at him by life. He buckled down and hit his studies hard after realizing that he had to be wise.

Also enlisted in his book of experiences are: floating around in various hostels; sleeping in various reading rooms; and using the infamous medical anatomy textbook, Keith Moore, as a pillow.

God still saw him through.
His life through school is truly an inspiration.

Below is an interview with the inspiring Dr. John Okopi.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2iJBpOzLw8