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“I had aggregate 18 in BECE, I want to become a lawyer” – Viral Adanwomase SHS ‘smallish’ boy

The boy in a viral video from Adanwomase SHS in the Ashanti Region has broken his silence about his age, saying he is 16 years old and passed his BECE with Grade 18, qualifying him for admission to the school. According to him, he aims to become a lawyer in the future and is currently […]

“I had aggregate 18 in BECE, I want to become a lawyer” – Viral Adanwomase SHS ‘smallish’ boy

A video of Kofi Sarpong, a student at Adanwomase Senior High School in the Ashanti Region, has gone viral. The 16-year-old admits that he scored Grade 18 in his Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), allowing him to be admitted into the school. Kofi's ambition is to become a lawyer in the future. He is currently in the General Arts program at Adanwomase SHS in the Kwabre East District.

Kofi's colleagues often play with him, which he finds enjoyable. Despite being perceived as underage due to his stature, Kofi is 16 years old. The school's Housemaster, Michael Ofori, is not surprised by Kofi's admission, as the school has several students who are small in stature but are smart and brilliant. Kofi enjoys learning, and the school is committed to supporting him in achieving his aspirations.

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