How Miss Doose Naswem is Redefining Academic Excellence in Nigeria

RYNI News | Omotayo Stephen . O
17 August 2025

In a world where excellence is often spoken of but rarely witnessed in its purest form, Miss Doose Naswem is turning heads with a trailblazing academic journey that is nothing short of extraordinary. Miss Naswem, a name now synonymous with academic excellence, is steadily transforming herself from a promising student into a national phenomenon.

Her journey, marked by dazzling victories across science, mathematics, and the arts, reads like the blueprint of a prodigy determined to leave an indelible mark. It began in 2024 when she stormed the National Science Teachers Association of Nigeria (STAN) competition, seizing first place in a contest that attracts the brightest secondary school minds across the country. Before that, she had already dominated the STAN State Finals, securing the top spot with commanding ease.

But her genius is not confined to science alone. Mathematics—often the stumbling block for many—has become her playground. At the 2024 Mathematical Association of Nigeria (MAN) Olympiad State Finals, she clinched 2nd position before advancing to secure 3rd place at the fiercely contested MAN National Olympiad Quiz. Few Nigerian students ever reach such a level; fewer still do so while excelling in other disciplines.

Her versatility is perhaps best captured in her foray into the humanities. Competing at the BENSEFAC Essay Writing Contest in 2024, Miss Naswem stunned audiences by claiming the 2nd position, demonstrating that her eloquence with words matches her dexterity with equations.

Yet, it was her performance in the November 2024/2025 GCE that left no room for doubt. Eight flawless A1s. A record that placed her in the rarefied company of Nigeria’s academic elite and confirmed that her brilliance is not confined to competitions but grounded in consistent excellence.

On the continental stage, she reached an even loftier height by winning a Gold Medal at the African Mathematics Olympiad—an achievement reserved for only the most gifted minds on the continent. Her ascent continued into 2025 when she ranked among Nigeria’s Top 10 scorers in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), while simultaneously being crowned Best UTME Candidate in Benue State.

For many, these achievements would mark the pinnacle of a lifetime. For Miss Naswem, they appear to be only the opening chapter of a remarkable story. She embodies the audacity of vision, the resilience of spirit, and the relentless pursuit of excellence that Nigeria’s next generation so desperately needs.

In every essay written, equation solved, and medal earned, Miss Naswem has shattered the myth of limitation. She is not just raising the bar—she is redefining it entirely.

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