Nigerian Lady Who Gained Admission At Age 14 Bags Doctor of Pharmacy(PharmD) From Cyprus University

A 20-year-old, Promise Ayomide Adekola has bagged a PharmD from Cyprus International University.

Adekola, a student who studied at the University of Rome Tor Vergata and Cyprus International University, holds a Dual Master of Pharmacy degree from both institutions.

A Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) is a professional doctorate in pharmacy. In some countries, it is a doctoral degree to practice the profession of pharmacy

In an interview with Vanguard, she opened up about her challenges as a student and her experience in general.

Leaving Nigeria in 2017 at the age of 14, Promise gained admission into a Cyprus university by meeting the educational requirement of obtaining five credits in the WAEC result. The decision to pursue Pharmacy stemmed from an interest in health-related courses during secondary school, while also desiring to avoid direct exposure to open injuries and patients in pain.

According to her, studying in Cyprus was chosen due to its favorable environment, affordable tuition, and reputation for quality education.

“I just finished my PharmD at Cyprus International. In 2017, at the age of 14, I left Nigeria. My admission was based on passing the necessary 5 credits in my WAEC result.

“During my secondary school education, I had an interest in a health-related course but was hesitant about dealing with open injuries and witnessing patients in pain. Pharmacy seemed like a way to help people while avoiding those situations. I chose to pursue it.

“My parents recommended studying in Cyprus due to its friendly environment, affordable tuition, and quality education. It was an opportunity I don’t regret accepting.”

Studying abroad presented various experiences and challenges for Promise. Overcoming the language barrier was initially difficult, but Promise diligently learned Turkish while attending school, enabling effective communication.

Starting university at a young age posed another challenge, along with the search for the right company, but Promise eventually found supportive friends who contributed to personal growth and academic success.

Overall, the experience of studying abroad proved to be enriching, with opportunities to meet individuals from diverse backgrounds, gain exposure to different cultures, and receive an excellent education at Cyprus International University.

“Studying abroad has been a wonderful experience. I have met people from various countries, learned about different cultures, and received an excellent education at Cyprus International University. The university has valuable global partnerships, which even gave me the opportunity to study in Italy.”

Prior to studying in Cyprus, Promise achieved notable academic accomplishments in previous schools. Ranking 10th out of approximately 200 students in JSS2, Promise earned a scholarship for education from SS1 to SS2.

According to Promise, various factors contributed to her success; the grace of God, as distractions and discouragement were encountered along the way, determination, effective time management, and diligence were crucial in achieving academic excellence. Focusing on studies, avoiding unnecessary distractions, and intense desire to make parents and God proud played significant roles. Looking ahead, Promise plans to pursue a Ph.D. in Pharmacy, driven by a passion for teaching.

She also aspires to contribute to research and development in Nigeria, also envisioning establishing a community pharmacy and educating the local community about healthy lifestyles, proper medication usage, and disease prevention.

“I aspire to contribute to research and development in Nigeria, establish a community pharmacy, and educate my community about healthy lifestyles, proper medication usage, and disease prevention,” she said. When it comes to improving the educational system and the country as a whole, Promise advises the Nigerian government to increase investment in education and ensure curriculum relevance.

While acknowledging that education is not the only path to success, “but it can be a significant route towards it,” she said.