I saw a picture online of a young man holding up awards like he collected for his class people that were not around, really, I didn't think they were all his, I thought he took on behalf of people and decided to flaunt it or something, until I read the post. 19awards??? Omg! who is this guy?
That was all I could ask, till I discovered that I might have known him distantly. So I decided to talk to him and ask him a few questions.
He is a purpose driven young man and a very humble one. I remember I had to send him a question at 3am and he replied. So wrong and unprofessional of me I know, but I'm glad he took it well.
So meet Dr Pius Ojemolon. Who bagged 19 Awards including:
Best graduating student in Pathology,
Best graduating student in Pharmacology,
Best graduating student in Community Health,
Best graduating student in Obstetrics and Gynaecology,
Best graduating student in Internal Medicine,
Best graduating student in Surgery,
Best graduating student in the School of Medicine among others.
Prior to now, he has received other awards while in school,
He is from Edo state, Ekpoma to be precise.
PLEASE TELL ME A BIT ABOUT YOURSELF?
I'm Pius. 23 years old. Recently graduated from the University of Benin where I studied Medicine and Surgery. From a family of three. Have an elder sister (who's married and resides in Port Harcourt with her husband) and a younger brother (who's doing his national youth service in Asaba). I lost my baby sister in April last year.
REALLY SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS.
Thank you.
SO HAVE YOU ALWAYS BEEN THIS SMART KID WHILE GROWING UP?
Well, something like that. I had good grades in primary and secondary school.
HOW DID GROWING UP CONTRIBUTE TO YOUR ACADEMIC PROWESS?
My mum is a biology teacher and my dad is a disciplinarian of sorts. They always directed myself and my siblings to strive for academic excellence.
SO 19 AWARDS, HOW COME PLEASE? I'M VERY CURIOUS. WHAT DID YOU DO SPECIALLY?
I really don't know. There's nothing I can point a finger at besides the grace of God. That's pretty much all I can ascribe it to.
THATS GREAT BUT THERE HAS TO BE SOMETHING. HOW WAS YOUR SOCIAL LIFE IN SCHOOL OR WAS IT JUST YOU AND YOUR BOOKS?
Definitely not.
I have always been a socially active person, right from childhood.
I was strongly involved with the University of Benin Medical Students Association (UBEMSA) from my second year till I graduated. I was Director of Sports from 2012 to 2014, and a member of Congress from 2014 till graduation.
I was also my faculty's football team coach from 2014 till I graduated. Together, we won the Nigerian Medical Students Association Games Football Competition in Owerri in 2014 and came second two years later when UNIBEN hosted the competition. Also, we came third in the VC's inter-faculty games in 2015.
Anyone who knows me well enough knows how passionate I am about sports in general, and football in particular.
SO HOW HAS IT BEEN THIS PAST FEW WEEKS, SUDDENLY BEING IN THE SPOTLIGHT, HOW DO YOU FEEL? WERE YOU EVEN PREPARED AT ALL?
It has been incredible. Nothing prepares you for waking up to a barrage of calls, messages, and social media mentions. I'm just grateful to everyone for the reception. It has been overwhelming really.
WHAT ARE YOUR SUCCESS HABITS IF ANY?
I try to attend classes and postings as much as possible. I've been fortunate enough to come across lots of gifted lecturers and doctors who have impacted knowledge and character into my life. So, I kept going back for more.
DO YOU READ MOTIVATIONAL BOOKS? IF YES, WHAT IS YOUR BEST?
Not really.
WHAT DRIVES YOU? DURING TOUGH/DISTRACTING TIMES? LIKE, WHAT KEEPS YOU GOING?.
The thought of making my family proud.
WHAT ADVICE CAN YOU GIVE TO YOUNG PEOPLE?
Whatever path you choose in life, do whatever it takes to achieve your desired goals. Be dedicated and goal-oriented, and surround yourself with great minds. I'm blessed with wonderful friends and they have really helped me along the way.
OKAY. YOU TALKED ABOUT GOALS. ''DESIRED GOALS''. WHAT IS YOUR DESIRED GOAL?
To be the best medical doctor I can be.
SO WHAT'S NEXT? WHERE ARE YOU GOING FROM HERE?
Housemanship and Youth service. Those are the immediate next steps. Beyond that, I'm still weighing my options.
IF YOU WERE TO WRITE A BOOK ABOUT YOURSELF, WHAT WOULD YOU NAME IT?
SCULPTED.
WHY?
I feel like I have been ''made'' by my family and friends.
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR TIME. DR PIUS.
Oh, you are welcome.
Dr. Pius you are an inspiration. Keep the focus alive, the sky is your starting point. Chilight thanks for bring such an awesome fellow to your readers delight.
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