Bridge pupils excel in national common entrance examination for 5th year

By Chinelo Obogo, Lagos

Bridge Intemational Academies has said that its pupils have performed exceptionally for the fifth year in a row at the National Common Entrance Examination.

Alexander Tarhe-Veyan who came first place in The Ultimate Mathematics Ambassador (TUMA) competition out of over 1,800 pupils and also participated in the Deeper Life High School Entrance Examination where he topped the list with a 92% score is this year’s highest performing pupil at Bridge with a total score of 188.

His result is closely followed by that of Divine Chinonso Mcanthony who is also the best performing female Bridge pupil and she had a total score of 186. This year, 121 Bridge pupils registered for the exam, 61 males and 60 females.

The Managing Director of Bridge International Academies in Nigeria, Foyinsola Akinjayeju, said:
“We are immensely proud of our pupils’ outstanding performance in the national common entrance examination. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our pupils, teachers, and staff, who strive for excellence every day. It also reflects the power of our holistic methodology, which leverages technology and data to deliver high-quality education to underserved communities.

“Year after year, Bridge pupils have demonstrated exceptional academic prowess at the examination, reaffirming the effectiveness of our innovative teaching methods and curriculum. Since 2019, Bridge pupils have excelled in the national common entrance exam and are now attending top secondary schools across Nigeria.”

The school’s Academics Manager, Ezinne Tochie-Asogwa, also said; “Bridge International Academies is committed to ensuring that every child, regardless of their background, has access to a life-changing education. Through its network of schools and innovative leaming tools, it has been able to bridge the education gap and empower thousands of children to reach their full potential. The consistent success of its pupils in the National Common Entrance Examination further reinforces the school’s mission and underscores the positive impact it is making in the education sector.

“As Bridge International Academies continues to expand its reach and impact, it remains dedicated to delivering transformational education to even more children in Lagos and Osun States. The organisation’s ongoing investment in teacher training, technology, and infrastructure enables it to provide a nurturing learning environment that encourages its pupils to excel academically and develop essential skills for their future.”