Aproko Doctor; 200L; MBBS

Q1: How did you know about BMU and how did you come here?

A: My dad’s friend told me about BMU, and after hearing about it I searched online. I was impressed with what I found, so I made BMU my first choice during JAMB. That’s how I ended up here.

Q2: Has BMU ever frustrated or annoyed you?

A: Honestly, yes — but not in a way that overshadows the good. Every institution has its frustrating moments, but overall, the positives here outweigh any frustrations I’ve felt.

Q3: Would you say you’re studying Medicine out of passion or purpose?

A: Both passion and purpose. I’ve loved the medical field since childhood. Becoming a doctor has always been my dream, and that passion is what brought me back for a second degree just to study Medicine. My first degree was in Microbiology (SLT, HND Microbiology), but the burning desire to become a doctor never left.

Q4: Did you want to study Medicine back then, during your first degree?

A: Back then, I was still young and didn’t have much choice. Polytechnic was the option on the table, so I went for SLT and later Microbiology. But even after graduating, the passion to study Medicine was still there, so I returned.

Q5: Where do you see yourself in the next 10 years?

A: By God’s grace, I hope to have graduated, completed residency, and established myself in the medical field. My plan is to work in a government hospital, retire there, and also run my own private hospital. In terms of specialization, I’m already leaning toward anesthesiology — I want to be one of those doctors who help put patients to sleep before surgery.

Q6: What’s the greatest struggle you’ve faced as a student?

A: There are many struggles: the pressure of preparing for exams, financial challenges, and what I call social struggles — dealing with rumors, gossip, or people’s perceptions. One of my biggest lessons has been learning to stay quiet and not let negativity define me.

Q7: Tell us about your nickname, “Apoko Doctor.” Where did it come from?

A: It started from the WhatsApp group when I first got into BMU. I wanted a nickname that stood out. Since I was already social and Medicine was my course, I chose “Apoko Doctor.” It’s now become part of my identity here.

Q8: You’re also known for your BMU Fairy content. What inspired that?

A: It started as a trend. I saw people creating content and decided to try it out. At first, some people mocked me and even made jokes calling me “BMU Fairy.” Instead of letting that discourage me, I turned it into content. That video went viral, and that’s how I embraced the name.

Q9: Do you have passion for content creation, or is it more about finance?

A: Honestly, it began with finance. During the 2020 lockdown, I researched ways to make money online and discovered content creation. I started with Vskit, later moved to Facebook, and eventually TikTok. Along the way, it shifted from just money-making to passion. Even when I get only a few views, I still enjoy creating because I love it now.

Q10: Between Medicine and content creation, which do you see yourself going far in?

A: Medicine is my main focus. Content creation is more like a hobby for me, something I do on the side. People sometimes say, “If Medicine doesn’t work, he’ll fall back on content creation.” But for me, Medicine comes first. If content creation opens doors along the way, that’s fine, but my priority is becoming a doctor.

Q11: Have you ever made mistakes or failed as a student? How did you handle it?

A: Thankfully, I haven’t had major failures. I consider a “C” as failure, and last semester I got one — I wasn’t happy about it. But instead of settling, I pushed myself to aim higher. As for mistakes, I make small ones daily, but I see them as opportunities to learn.

Q12: Do you see carryover students as failures?

A: Not at all. Carryover is not the end of the world. My mentor, for instance, repeated exams more than once and is now successful. Carryover doesn’t mean you’re dull, but it’s not something to aim for. You should always try to avoid it, but if it happens, pick yourself up and keep going.

Q13: How do you define success and failure as a student?

A: In academics, success is passing your exams; failure is failing them. But in life generally, books aren’t everything. Some people don’t excel academically yet succeed in practical fields. So I don’t see failure as final — it’s just part of the process.

Q14: Do you believe in God?

A: Yes, I do. I grew up in a Christian home, so belief in God has always been part of my upbringing. Looking at life and my experiences, I believe Yahshua is real.

Q15: Do you think religion plays a role in academics?

A: Not really. Success in academics comes down to hard work and knowledge, not your religion.

Q16: If you were the VC of BMU for a day, what would you do?

A: Honestly, I’d just give myself As for the rest of my school years, award myself a certificate, and drop out.

Q17: Has the Nigerian educational system ever harmed you — for example, has JAMB ever “jammed” you or WAEC ever “waecked” you?

A: Thankfully, no. I wrote my first JAMB in 2015 and another in 2020. By God’s grace, I passed both. I may not always get the highest scores, but I’ve never been held back.

Q18: What flaws would you change in Nigeria’s educational system?

A: The system definitely has flaws. For example, JAMB sometimes gives candidates unfair scores, leaving many discouraged. I’d fix such issues to give more students a fair chance to further their education.

Q19: Would you say coming to BMU is part of God’s plan for you?

A: Yes. I haven’t seen any reason to doubt it. The experiences I’ve had here so far confirm to me that I’m in the right place.

Q20: What are your thoughts on romantic relationships in school?

A: Relationships depend on the individual. Some people balance it well, others don’t. For some, it’s a distraction; for others, it’s an opportunity to find true love. Personally, I think you should check your academics, your finances, and your emotional readiness before entering a relationship. If you can balance it, fine. If not, focus on your studies.

Q21: Do you wish to find your “Mrs. Right” here in BMU?

A: I don’t mind finding her here if it happens.

Q22: If you were to run for SUG elections one day, what would people know your administration for?

A: For now, I don’t plan to run. It’s too early. But if I ever do, I’d make sure to play my role with integrity and do my best.