Fortune is a student with immeasurable growth and an insatiable hunger for success in his academic and personal pursuits. He owes much of his success to the support and guidance from EducationUSA during his college application process. Thanks to their help, he was able to explore a wide range of scholarship and financial aid opportunities and, ultimately, gain admission to Minerva University, where he will double major in Neuroscience and Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence. For three consecutive years, from 2019 to 2021, Fortune held the baton as the overall best student in Mathematics and Further Mathematics and other subjects at the secondary school level at Oke-Afa Senior Comprehensive College, a public school. 

This earned him several awards as the best student in science for his set. He helped set a standard for his Alma mater, erasing the stereotypical comments that it once had. Despite his academic prowess, he remains humble and always willing to help others. As the senior health prefect, he practiced first aid administration, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and counseling sick students and girls of menstrual age. Through these experiences, he learned empathy and built essential communication skills that he believes are instrumental to his long-term goal of resolving neuropathological conditions as a neurosurgeon. Fortune is also passionate about giving back to his community. After graduating from high school, he founded a coding club to empower over 30 students and three teachers, where he teaches the languages of the web.

Additionally, he founded the Feed Aid Initiative, which rallies the alums of his academic year to raise funds to feed the less privileged children in their community. Fortune's unconquerable spirit was evident when he endured several rejections from many colleges he applied to. However, he never gave up on his dream of studying abroad, and with the support of EducationUSA, he finally found a suitable college and gained admission to Minerva University. EducationUSA played a vital role in Fortune's success. They provided him with guidance and support throughout the college application process, from helping him identify the right colleges to apply to comprehensive advice on writing a winning personal statement. Thanks to their assistance and support, Fortune can now pursue his dream of studying at Minerva University, confident that he has the backing of a team of experts committed to his success.

After struggling academically for a greater portion of my primary education, my first significant academic achievement came in Basic six. My parents rewarded me for my performance and it was great motivation for me heading into secondary education. Then tragedy struck. I lost my sweet mum. Guided by my dad, I was able to find the courage to navigate my secondary school studies while drawing inspiration through reading books on great achievers. I envisaged that I could be the best at whatever I wanted to do, and this motivated me to go beyond staying top of my class at Dorcas Memorial College to also serve as JETS Club President, Assistant Senior Prefect, and Senior Prefect at various stages.

On completing my secondary education with the aim of going at least one step higher on the academic ladder, I encountered yet another impediment. My dad’s business had suffered a serious setback and he also came down with a chronic ailment. My ability to secure an admission to study Pharmacy at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, alongside divine providence, helped rallied financial support to help me survive the monetary demands of obtaining a first university degree in Nigeria.

My five-year stay at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, was memorable. After initial periods of self-doubt, I finished my first-year studies with 14As and 2Bs. I saw the university as a place where I could do more than just academics. I offered myself for various leadership positions which saw me serve as a Parliamentarian in the Pharmacy Students House of Representatives, Librarian of the Guild of St. Anthony of Padua, and the President of all Catholic students on the Nsukka campus. On the academic front, I continued to put in my best and I graduated as the Valedictorian of my class in 2017. During my quest to become a pharmacist, I developed a flair for applying biological principles in solving some of the health problems of man. This would later influence my choice of program for graduate school.

After my induction as a pharmacist in 2017, I moved on to acquire some hospital pharmacy experience through a one-year internship and another year of national youth service. In the course of the hospital experience and another stint in community pharmacy practice I was able to monitor patients closely and get more insights into some of the debilitating diseases in the society. This was another trigger and motivation to devote my time doing research and finding cures to the health challenges of man.

In a bid to keep my academic dreams alive amidst the challenges of contributing financially and emotionally to the care of my dad who was now fighting cancer, I enrolled in a Master's program in Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Then came an opportunity for graduate studies in the United States of America courtesy of the support of the EducationUSA opportunity funds program. While preparing for a fully funded Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences at Augusta University, Georgia, for Fall 2022, I lost my dad, but I was able to find the courage to push on with my graduate studies aspirations.

Godwin Obi holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where he graduated summa cum laude in 2021. He is a Ph.D. student at Princeton University, and his research cuts across improving and applying optimization-based macro-energy systems models, evaluating nascent carbon-neutral technologies, and generating insights for informing public policy and planning decisions of regional, national and sub-national jurisdictions transitioning to net-zero carbon emissions. He also serves as the Founder/Director of the University of Nigeria Scholar Accelerator (UNSA), an organization focused on equipping some of the brightest undergraduate students with transformational leadership skills for impactful careers.

Godwin was a Finalist for the 2023 Oxford University Rhodes Scholarship for West Africa; Harvard University–Founded Aspire Leaders Program Fellow; Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) Fellow; Guest at the Youth Energy Summit (YES!) in Brussels, Belgium; Delegate at the Princeton University 47th Business Today International Conference; Winner of the Rockefeller Foundation–Acumen $10,000 Social Innovation Award; Winner of the IEEE R8 Entrepreneurship Challenge; and Overall Best Graduating Student of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Nigeria 2020 Academic Session. In 2021, he was named one of the Top 100 Brightest Young Minds in Africa by BYM.

He extends his heartfelt gratitude to the EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program, Lagos, for the invaluable support he received toward achieving his graduate school goals. From the high-touch mentorships to an amazing network of peers, and generous financial support, EducationUSA was truly fundamental to his graduate school application success. In addition, the degree of validation that comes with being affiliated with EducationUSA, he is convinced, stood out his candidacy from the fierce pool of applicants. Godwin is truly grateful to the EducationUSA Lagos leadership team for their transformational impact on his life and career.

Grace is a first class graduate of biology from the University of Abuja, Abuja. She was born into a household where education is valued, her parents provided her with the greatest education they could afford. However, challehnges began in primary school when her parents were unable to pay the bills because her father lost his job and her mother had little to do. Through her academic performance in school, she received bursary to support her throughout high school. Her parents had to sell their house, items, and their family car to cover the remaining expenses.

After her WAEC, she began working as a salesgirl while also taking home lessons to save up for the university. As an undergraduate student,  she worked throughout the holidays to earn money for the following semester. She took personal tutorial, wrote articles and sewing to get supports from her lecturer especially Dr. Nasir Naeem and a scholarship from Gani Fawehimin Scholarship Board for indigent Student. During her NYSC, David Babalola told her about EducationUSA which i applied and was given a free membership offer.

Grace will become a Molecular Biologist soon, She has dreamt of this opportunity  all through.  She got a fully funded schorlaship for her Phd with research intrest in solving human hearing and balancingdisorder in interdisciplinary life science at New Mexico State University.

She expresses great appreciation and thanks to her family, EducationUSA for supporting her all through the Graduate school application processes.  Mr. Ahmed Salam for believing in me and my recommenders Dr. Nasir Naeem, Dr. Joseph Asemota and Prof. Rebeka Ndana. 

If you are wondering what her greatest joy is, the fact that she is a member of  EducationUSA family.

It always seems impossible until it’s done………Nelson Mandela

Isaiah Agboola is a First Class graduate from Delta State University, Abraka, where he studied Mechanical Engineering and emerged as the best graduating student in the department in February 2022. He is also one of 3,300 successful candidates (out of 120,000) from the prestigious Aspire Leaders program, offered by Harvard University Faculty. 

Upon graduating from the university, he completed his one-year mandatory service at the largest cement plant in Nigeria, Dangote Cement Plc. During this time, he identified a major issue facing the manufacturing industry: unplanned downtime. Studies show that manufacturing industries lose about $50 billion and 800 hours each year due to unplanned downtime. Recognizing the need for a solution, he decided to pursue a doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Additive Manufacturing; he intends to revolutionize the manufacturing industry with this new technology. 

May 2023 marked a turning point for Isaiah. He was one of 26 successful applicants out of 600 for the EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP). This program provided him with valuable information on how to secure a fully funded admission in the United States. Thanks to the mentorship from this program, he received four admissions for his PhD program in the US. He will be attending the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor in the Fall semester of 2024 on a full ride. 

Committed to academic excellence, access to quality information, and giving back to the community, Isaiah offers a mentorship program for undergraduates and recent graduates. Through this program, he brings valuable information that would help them succeed in the outside world to their doorsteps.

Ismail Olayinka Olajide holds a bachelor’s degree in Geography graduating as the only first- class student in the set from the University of Lagos. He has received numerous awards spanning his undergraduate days and beyond. He was awarded the UNILAG Endowment Fund for four successive years by maintaining a CGPA above 4.5/5.0 from his 100 Level to 400 Level. Upon graduation, he was also awarded the HOD’s Cash Prize Award for Best Graduating Geography Student in the year 2018 and also received the Prof I.A Balogun Cash Prize Award for Best Graduating Geography Student in 2018 as well. 

Currently, Ismail is rounding up his master’s studies in the Department of Geography with a specialization in Remote Sensing. For his about-to-complete master’s program, he has received both the Chukwuemeka Cosmas Ezenwa’s CBSS research grants for Nigerian postgraduate students and the 2023/2024 UNILAG Muslim Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship Award. 

Ismail’s experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing birthed his interest to want to apply geospatial data, tools, and techniques in addressing land use land cover change as a result of human-environment interaction in a bid to promote conservation efforts, protect biodiversity and tackling climate change and climate change – induced events. 

With the vital mentorship and support of EducationUSA as a 2022 Opportunity Funds Program Cohort, he has been awarded a fully funded PhD program in Geography at the University of Alabama in the USA where he will be investigating the effectiveness of water-harvesting earthworks in protected mountainous region in Mexico with Dr Mathew LaFevor, as well as work on assessing the possible impacts of plantation-induced land use change on water resources in the Cross River Rainforest of Nigeria.

Izuchukwu Iwuamadi is a first-class graduate of Food Science and Technology from the Department of Food Science and Technology, University of Agriculture, Makurdi Benue State. During his time as an undergraduate, Izuchukwu excelled academically and in several leadership positions. For instance, he was the Editor-in-Chief of the Food Frontiers Magazine, a publication of the Nigerian Association of Food Science and Technology Students (NAFSTS), Benue State Chapter. In addition, he served as the Regional Secretary of the Scripture Union Campus Fellowship, Abuja Region.

Izuchukwu’s passion for community service spurred him to conduct various environmental campaigns while serving as the President of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA)-Community Development Service Group, Oyo State Chapter, during his mandatory national youth service. He has also served as a volunteer with the Fashioned and Made for Excellence (#FAME) Foundation, an education and leadership-based NGO. Moreover, he served as the Editorial Assistant for the Nigerian Journal of Nutritional Sciences, the publication arm of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria. In 2023, Izuchukwu completed his Master's degree in Food Technology with a Distinction from Nigeria’s premier University, The University of Ibadan, Nigeria. 

Izuchukwu is a recipient of the EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program award. Under the leadership and guidance of Advisers and Mentors, he secured a fully funded offer for his PhD program in Food Science and Technology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, United States. He would be investigating the effect of dietary fibers on the human gut microbiome.

Jesuferanmi Ayanlade, born and raised in Osun state, Nigeria, embarked on a remarkable journey that has shaped him into an exceptional individual. Graduating as the Valedictorian from Obafemi Awolowo University International School, he left an indelible mark on his alma mater. Throughout his academic journey, Jesuferanmi showcased his leadership abilities as the Senior Prefect and co-chair of the school orchestra, captivating audiences with his piano skills. He was the editor of the school’s yearbook and had a major role in the school’s football team.

He won a 4 million naira scholarship at the 2022 Interswitch SPAK National STEM competition breaking several records in the competition along the way. He was also named a 2021 Yale Young African Scholar. Jesuferanmi had a record high of 347 in his 2022 UTME, the highest achieved by someone who offered Biology, Physics, and Chemistry in the examination. He got 1540 on his SAT. He had 780, 770, and 760 in the SAT Subject Tests of Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics respectively. He also got an 8.5 overall on his IELTS, 7As in his WAEC, and a 4.94/5.00 GPA. 

After graduating from secondary school in 2022, Jesuferanmi's journey led him to volunteer at a local government clinic, where he digitized vaccination records. He secured a Brandeis University scholarship for a global health course, further fueling his passion for learning. Jesuferanmi became a Junior Researcher at the New York Academy of Sciences, exploring 5G and IoT technologies for energy efficiency. He also conducted research with Obafemi Awolowo University on Nigerian teenagers' awareness of climate change's health impacts. Inspired by the research's impact, he founded "Enlighten Them Young," a non-profit with over 300 members promoting environmental awareness and knowledge.

During this gap year, Jesuferanmi also took intensive courses on malaria proctored by the World Health Organisation. He then got a scholarship to do an online course on Global Health with Brandeis University, USA. Beyond his pursuits in healthcare, Jesuferanmi indulged in his passion for the arts as a professional photographer and achieved commendable fluency in Greek and German.

With the help of EducationUSA’s OFP scholar program, Jesuferanm’s natural aptitude for learning and leadership opened several doors for him. He was named one of 10 Stamp Scholars at Mercer University(a full-ride scholarship with an additional $16,000 in personal enrichment funds). He was the 2nd international student to ever receive the award in the university’s history.  He received acceptances into other extremely competitive American and Canadian universities like the University of Toronto, Williams College, Lehigh University, Colby College, UNC-Chapel Hill, and Centre College, among others. He received several generous scholarships from these institutions with a total value amounting to over 2 million US Dollars.

However, Jesuferanmi has decided to attend Dartmouth College on a full-ride scholarship as a member of the class of 2027. He will study Cell Biology at the Ivy League institution on a pre-med track. He is excited for the next four years.

Bred and born in the slums of Agege, Lagos state, Juliana Omagbitse Carpe had a particularly rough childhood. She grew up financially lacking and attended a government-owned school to relieve the pressure off her struggling parents. Amid her discouraging environment and plethora of distractions, Juliana gave her all to her education. She graduated from Vetland Senior Grammar School in 2022 where she served as the Food Prefect and project coordinator of the JETS club amongst other leadership roles. She was also the Salutatorian of her graduating class and finished with the second-best WASSCE result in her set with 4As and 5Bs. 

During her high school years, Juliana made her mark of academic excellence even outside the walls of her school. She was declared the top Female Mathematician amongst all public school students in Lagos, by the Mathematical Association of Nigeria in 2022. Additionally, she was recognized as the only Female competitor amidst 37 finalists from 3000+ competitors in the state level of the National Institute of Physics, in Lagos, Nigeria in 2021. She was also honored as the most diverse and gifted student by receiving the Award of Diversity amongst roughly 60 selected representatives from all top schools in Lagos at the African Leadership Academy camp held in Lagos. Amongst many more laudable achievements, she embodies the success of the girl-child education. 

After graduation, Juliana decided to take a gap year where she spent most of her time giving back to her community by organizing outreaches to government-owned schools with the Girl Up: Brave Hearts initiative. She volunteered at the Lagos Food Bank Initiative and the EmpowerEd initiative, both aimed at providing basic amenities and food items to the underprivileged mothers and children. She also volunteered at tutorial centers where she prepared students who were looking to sit for their upcoming external examinations as well as held several seminars aimed at encouraging academic excellence. 

In June 2023, Juliana was selected as an EducationUSA OFP scholar. She took the SAT and had a 1530 by October, then submitted her application to four US colleges. By December 2023 she was accepted to all: Dartmouth College, Fisk University, Spelman College, and Alabama A&M University, bringing the sum total of her awarded scholarships to over 600 thousand US dollars. 

Juliana has decided to attend Dartmouth College on a full-ride scholarship as a member of the class of 2028. She will be majoring in Biomedical Engineering on the premed pathway at the Ivy League institution. Stemming from her own speech disorder, she is passionate about implementing modern-day technology in the innovation of assistive devices for lesser researched disabilities. She spends her free time drawing and watching Japanese animé and is excited for her journey forward.

Kazeem's journey is a testament to the remarkable potential of a young individual who has shown unwavering determination, leadership acumen, and an insatiable thirst for knowledge. Graduating from the Great Cornerstone College in 2020, he stood out as a beacon of leadership and academic excellence. Throughout his tenure at Cornerstone College, Kazeem assumed various leadership positions that underscored his abilities. Notably, he served as the president of the JETS Club, leading a dedicated team of students to build a fire alarm system. His guidance and innovative thinking shone through in this project, a testament to his capacity to rally individuals toward a common goal. Kazeem's leadership extended beyond this role as he also donned the mantle of Captain in his class, where he bore the responsibility of ensuring orderliness and amplifying the voices of his peers. 

Moreover, Kazeem's academic prowess has consistently set him apart. His passion for learning and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence propelled him to represent his school in a multitude of academic competitions, including the Olympiad, Cowbellpedia, and STAN competitions. The recognition he garnered in these arenas not only reflected his intelligence but also his unyielding dedication to academic growth. Indeed, his teachers and peers hailed him as an "all-rounder" for his remarkable ability to excel in various domains. 

Kazeem's talents continued beyond leadership and academics. He enthusiastically engaged in a range of extracurricular activities, demonstrating his versatility. His prowess extended to the soccer field and sprinting tracks, where he displayed remarkable skill and determination. His ability to shine in both the academic and athletic spheres is a testament to his holistic approach to personal growth. 

After graduating from high school, Kazeem's journey took an exciting turn when he stumbled upon the EducationUSA program. This discovery marked a pivotal moment in his life, leading to his selection as one of the exceptional 34 students out of 2608 applicants accepted into the program. The opportunity to join the EducationUSA program opened doors to a world of support and mentorship from advisors, mentors, and peers who recognized his potential. 

With the invaluable guidance he received, Kazeem has embarked on a journey that would shape his future at Minerva University. His perseverance and dedication culminated in a remarkable achievement – admission to Minerva University with a full need-based financial aid package. 

Kazeem's aspirations are nothing short of inspiring. He is determined to pursue a degree in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, an academic path that aligns with his vision to advance Nigeria technologically. His dream is to harness the knowledge and skills he acquired at Minerva University to make a meaningful contribution to his homeland's technological progress.

His journey is a testament to the extraordinary potential that can be unlocked when a young mind combines leadership, academic prowess, and a passion for personal growth. His story is not only a testament to his journey but also an inspiration to all young individuals who dare to dream and persistently strive for excellence. Kazeem's future at Minerva University promises groundbreaking accomplishments that will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark on Nigeria and the world.

Adeogun Kehinde graduated high school in 2021 from Ota Total Academy. He graduated as not only the best overall student, with 8A1’s and 1B2 in the WASSCE but also as the second best overall student in the UTME in Nigeria in 2021. He has also constantly topped his class every academic session and was the leader of many projects and reforms in his school. 

During his time at school, he was a passionate and warm leader. After Secondary School, Kehinde applied for and was selected as an Opportunity Funds Program scholar. There he learned more about the U.S. college application process through EducationUSA and continued to work his way through various mathematical literature, problems, and books.

Aside from his notable academic accomplishments, he has also created his own Udemy course. His fervor for mathematical research led to his acceptance into the prestigious Canada/USA Mathcamp 2023, an internationally recognized program for exceptionally gifted mathematics students. He was later granted a full scholarship to Carnegie Mellon University, Qatar, with aspirations of ultimately pursuing a doctoral degree in Mathematics. 

The mentorship, advice and support I received all the way was very wonderful and useful.

A big shout out to the Education USA Team for all that you do.

Kelvin Nkemakonam Orji is a graduate of Medical Laboratory Science at the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN). As the Speaker of Students’ Union Government (SUG), UNEC, Kelvin passed the Help a Student Initiative (HASI) bill into law. This law provides tuition fees for 20 high-achieving indigent students in the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus yearly. His sound leadership and great contribution to the students’ community earned him the renowned Vice Chancellor Travel Grant to Stockholm and Uppsala Universities, Sweden. 

On graduation in 2019, Kelvin was inducted into the Medical Laboratory Council of Nigeria in 2020, after which he proceeded to his one year professional internship at The University of Nigeria, Teaching Hospital, Itukku-Ozalla, Enugu State, Nigeria. In 2021, He went for his one year compulsory NYSC at Central Hospital, Warri. After the NYSC, Kelvin secured a placement at P- Wave Diagnostic Services, Delta State where he currently works in the position of a senior biomedical scientist. 

As a research enthusiast, Kelvin couldn’t appreciate the diverse facets of cardiovascular and cardiometabolic disease research at P-Wave Diagnostics due to its routine nature, thus he applied for research internship at Delta Plus Molecular laboratory which is the research hub for most of the high institutions in Delta State and one of the most equipped molecular laboratories with the state-of-the-art facilities in Nigeria. At Delta Plus, Kelvin engaged in numerous research collaborations, publishing many works in cardiovascular disease biology in reputable research journals. 

May 2023 was a life changing month for Kelvin, pulling through the extremely competitive EducationUSA Opportunity Fund Program (OFP) application. Kelvin is one of the 25 successful scholars out of 600 applicants in the OFP, 2023 application cycle. The program provided orientation and sound mentorship on the perfect approach to securing a fully funded program in the United States Universities. Thanks to EducationUSA, Kelvin will be attending Augusta University in Augusta city, Georgia this fall to study Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences program on a full ride. 

Conclusively, Kelvin has robustly demonstrated his ethos of giving back to society through efficient mentorship programs for fresh graduates and undergraduate students. These programs will obviously provide smooth sailing to these students in the outside world.

Kosisochukwu Onyeagba graduated top of his class with a first-class degree in Biology from the University of Abuja. His passion for research led them to volunteer as a research assistant, contributing to multiple publications in international journals. Kosisochukwu's dedication to giving back is evident through his teaching and volunteer work, including hosting webinars on the impact of COVID-19. Recognized for his leadership, he received the National Association of Nigerian Students Certificate of Excellence for their outstanding academic achievements and positive impact on Nigerian youth. Through EducationUSA opportunity funds program Kosi secured a fully funded offer to pursue his PhD from University of Cincinnati.

Manje Dasplang Monday comes from a rural community (Farinkasa) in Mangu LGA of Plateau State Nigeria. Coming from a humble family of 5, his journey to success wasn't rosy due to many disadvantaged background characterized by economic distress, poor educational standards, insecurity, and limited access to basic amenities. Dasplang  was supported through school by his family who are peasant farmers.

He started elementary school at Farinkasa with very limited furniture in the classroom, he remembers sitting on the bare floor to learn. Afterward, he proceeded to Government Secondary School Halle for his secondary school and later transferred to COCIN secondary school, where he completed his secondary education. This was a defining moment in his life; He was fascinated by science and became passionate about pursuing a career in science after his encounter with the JETs club where he emerged a leader. He enrolled at Plateau State University Bokkos in 2015 to study for a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry, where he graduated top of his class with meritorious awards in 2021.

His passion for research has always been his drive to seek opportunities to build a career in research. This led him to take an internship position at the Biotechnology Advance Research Laboratory, SHECTCO, and then a research assistantship position at the Circulatory health research Laboratory, University of Abuja. These experiences have enabled him acquire great research skills. The more he learned new things about science, the more he found out there is still much more to learn. Having had a great experience in his research, saw the need to develop his skills to world-class standards. The family’s financial status was a significant limiting factor, as his parents could not afford to pay for his gradute education. As a determined young man, He started seeking scholarship opportunities. The search for scholarships led him to EducationUSA through a friend.

Being a member of EducationUSA was a life-changing opportunity. It provided hands-on close mentorship and funding through the rigorous and daunting process of securing graduate admission and Funding in the USA. EducationUSA has assisted him immensely in realizing his aspiration of gaining world-class scientific training. It has also provided me with a family of young scholars looking forward to becoming agents of change in their society.

 He will be joining the University of Oklahoma Norman for a Ph.D. in Chemistry, majoring in the Biochemistry track. His research seeks to provide insights into the molecular medicine of diabetes and identify potential therapeutic options. He is  ever grateful to my EducationUSA mentors for finding him worthy of this offer. Thank you, Mrs. Folashade Adebayo, Miss. Malate-Ann Atajiri, and Mr. Goddey Oguche, for making my dreams a reality.

He dedicates my his success to God almighty and then to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Monday Manje, for providing parental support despite all odds. He is passionate about accepting the challenge of becoming an agent for positive change in the 21st century by discovering and developing new approaches to improving human living conditions.