Temile Emilioritse Oyoetan; 200L; Optometry

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

A: I was exhausted from writing WAEC, NECO, and JAMB repeatedly. I just wanted a school that would accept me without unnecessary stress, and that’s how I came to BMU.

Q2: Has BMU ever frustrated or annoyed you in any way?

A: Not really. Sometimes there’s minor agitation when things like water supply or exam schedules aren’t properly organized, but nothing too serious.

Q3: What’s the greatest challenge you’ve ever faced as a student?

A: Honestly, I haven’t had major struggles. I usually spend my time on myself, and God has always been on my side.

Q4: What’s the hardest academic semester you’ve faced?

A: None so far. I’ve never cried over academics or had a semester that broke me.

Q5: Have you ever made mistakes or failed as a student?

A: Not in BMU. But before coming here, I wasn’t very strong academically. After poor results, I worked harder, passed WAEC well, and moved forward.

Q6: How do you define failure and success?

A: Success is a journey of rising and falling. Your grades, study habits, and ability to rise after setbacks show success. Failure happens when you ignore weaknesses your own mind warns you about.

Q7: If you were the VC of BMU for a day, what would you do first?

A: I’d ensure students are comfortable in their hostels—steady water, no light outages, free Wi-Fi, and equal attention to all courses, not just medicine.

Q8: Are you studying your course out of passion or purpose?

A: I’d say purpose. I once wanted to be a pediatric neurosurgeon, but I accepted Optometry as my God-given path.

Q9: Where do you see yourself in the next 10 years?

A: As a highly successful doctor, a “trillionaire,” and a spokesperson. I also want to branch into business, modelling, and sports alongside medicine.

Q10: If given the chance to change something about the Nigerian educational system instantly, what would you do?

A: First, I’d adjust the age for university entry to at least 18. Students would be more mature socially and mentally. Secondly, I’d make robotics and community service compulsory for every school.

Q11: Has anyone majorly shaped your academic journey?

A: Yes, my lesson teacher. He made learning simple by relating studies to life situations, which reduced exam anxiety.

Q12: Do you believe in God, and does religion play a role in academics?

A: Yes, I strongly believe in God. His unconditional love has carried me. Religion itself doesn’t determine results; effort matters. Christians must still study diligently to succeed.

Q13: What’s your opinion about romantic relationships in school?

A: They’re not bad, but students must know themselves and set boundaries. Personally, I’d only enter one when I fully understand my strengths and weaknesses.

Q14: Do you see yourself running for any student leadership position in the SUG?

A: Not now. If God instructs, maybe in the future. If I did, I’d be known for organizing excursions and practical learning experiences beyond the classroom.