The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Dennis Idahosa, has rewarded Master Daniel Osagiobare, an Edo-born student who emerged as the highest scorer in the South-South geopolitical zone and fourth overall in Nigeria in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, with a cash gift of N1 million.
Osagiobare, who scored 368, was received by the deputy governor at his office in Benin City on Wednesday, where Idahosa commended his academic achievement and described him as a worthy ambassador of Edo State.
Speaking during the reception, the deputy governor said the achievement had brought pride and honour to the state, noting that the student’s brilliance, discipline and determination reflected the potential of Edo youths when provided with the right support and encouragement.
Idahosa said the N1 million cash reward was in recognition of Osagiobare’s hard work and a deliberate effort to inspire other students across the state to pursue academic excellence.
