By Ogochukwu Isioma
In a groundbreaking development for science education in South-South Nigeria, Gifted Hands Science Tutorials, co-owned by Nmoye Israel, popularly known as Cyano, a former President of the University of Benin Students’ Union, and his brother, Oracle, has launched the Gifted Hands Special Science College — the first of its kind in Benin City.
Situated at 319, 23rd Street, EDPA Quarters, Ugbowo (Opposite the University of Benin), the newly unveiled college is poised to redefine science education through its Comprehensive Science Excellence Program (CSEB), offering a rich blend of national, international, and tech-driven curricula.
The CSEB program includes:
Nigerian Curriculum:
• WAEC and NECO preparation
International Curriculum (For admission into top international universities in the USA, UK, Canada):
• Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level
• SAT/TOEFL
• IELTS
• International Olympiad training
Tech Curriculum:
• Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
• App and Web Development
• Engineering Design Technology
• Cyber Security
Admissions are now open for the 2025/2026 academic session into Higher Basic (JSS 1–2) and Senior Secondary (SS 1–2) levels.
Entrance Examination Dates (CBT-based):
• Saturday, June 28, 2025
• Saturday, July 26, 2025
• Saturday, August 16, 2025
Application forms are available at GiftedHands Outlet, 155 Uselu Market by Mela Junction for N15,000 only.
For further inquiries, interested candidates and parents are encouraged to Call or WhatsApp 08163024953 or 09030696011.
GiftedHands Science Tutorials has built an enviable reputation for academic excellence, particularly in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). Year after year, students from GiftedHands record scores well above 300, with some reaching as high as 350, even amidst widespread technical issues and mass failures reported nationwide.
In the University of Benin Post-UTME, GiftedHands has also demonstrated excellence. In the 2023/2024 screening exercise, a then prospective Medicine and Surgery student, Daniel Ogboro, scored a perfect 100/100, emerging as the highest-scoring candidate — a feat attributed to the deliberate and rigorous academic preparation provided by GiftedHands.
The unveiling of the Gifted Hands Special Science College marks a monumental shift in how science education is approached in Edo State and beyond. It bridges the gap between local and global academic standards, equipping students with competitive academic and technical skills relevant in today’s fast-evolving world. With an emphasis on excellence, innovation, and global competitiveness, the college is expected to raise a new generation of scientists, engineers, tech experts, and problem-solvers who will shape the future.
Benin City now proudly hosts an institution that not only nurtures academic brilliance but also fosters technological literacy and critical thinking — essential traits for thriving in a digital and knowledge-based economy.
GiftedHands is not just teaching science; it’s engineering the future.
