The Country Director of the British Council in Nigeria, Ms.
Lucy Pearson, made an announcement on Thursday evening during the British
Council Recognition and Outstanding Cambridge Learners Awards ceremony held in
Lagos.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the British
Council, in partnership with Cambridge International Examinations, acknowledges
the exceptional accomplishments of students from various partner schools across
Nigeria.
With regard to the English as a second language speaking
endorsement, the country director announced that two Nigerian students
accomplished this feat in June.
Pearson stated that two Nigerian students achieved
remarkable success in the June 2023 Cambridge Examination series, while four
additional students demonstrated exceptional performance in the November 2023
series.
She mentioned that six Nigerian students were from
Brookstone School, James Hope College, Lagos, and The Ambassadors Group of Schools.
Oluwademilade David and Omaghomi Sharon from Brookstone
School were the winners of the June 2023 series.
While Obodoechi Chiedozie, Favour Chinecherem, and
Fehintoluwa Erinayo are all affiliated with James Hope College, located in
Lagos. Additionally, Bamidele Sharon is associated with Ambassadors Group of
Schools.
Pearson also mentioned that 95 students from 37 British
Council partner schools achieved the notable distinction of obtaining the
highest marks among British Council partner schools in Nigeria.
She said, “These are in subjects such as sociology, ICT, and
business studies.
“This award is granted to students who have obtained the
highest marks in the world in a single subject.
“Additionally, 71 students received the Top in Nigeria
awards for achieving the highest standard mark in the country for individual
subjects.
“Further accolades included 48 High Achievement’ Awards and
eight Best Across Awards, recognising students with the highest cumulative
standard marks across multiple subjects.
“We use strict criteria to calculate Cambridge Awards. These
criteria ensure that the achievements we recognise are consistent across the
world in all subjects and at all qualification levels,” the official said.
According to Pearson, the globally recognized qualifications
facilitate students’ admission to prestigious universities, access to
exceptional career prospects, and the establishment of a more fulfilling life.
The country Director expressed the Council’s esteemed
privilege in collaborating with partner schools to facilitate the delivery of
United Kingdom assessments and qualifications within the Nigerian educational
landscape.
On his part, Mr. Juan Visser, the Regional Director for
Sub-Saharan Africa International Education at Cambridge University, commended
the Nigerian students for their outstanding academic performance in the June
and November 2023 examination series.
Mr. Visser stated that each component of Cambridge
education, encompassing the curriculum, teaching and learning methodologies,
resources, and assessment techniques, has been meticulously crafted to
facilitate the optimal development of learners’ potential.
“The Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards recognise
exceptional performances around the world in Cambridge examinations.
“The awards reflect the talent and hard work of learners and
acknowledge the dedication and commitment of their teachers and parents.
“With the qualifications that they have gained, Cambridge
learners are well prepared to take on exciting opportunities that lie ahead and
achieve their dreams.
On behalf of the awardees, Oluwademilade David expressed
their delight in being acknowledged. He encouraged Nigerian students to
dedicate themselves fully to their studies.