Ahmed was among the first 90 public school students we interviewed when Al-Khairy Foundation was just an idea. Sitting in a crowded classroom in Ibadan, he shared his dream of becoming a doctor. But his grades told a different story - he was struggling, particularly in mathematics and the sciences.

"I wanted to help people, to heal the sick," Ahmed recalls. "But every time I looked at my math textbook, it felt like a different language. I was beginning to think medicine was just a fantasy for someone like me."

The Turning Point

Ahmed was enrolled in our Academic Excellence Support program, where he received one-on-one tutoring in mathematics and sciences. But it wasn't just about the subjects. Our approach integrated study skills with Islamic principles of seeking knowledge.

"My tutor, Brother Yusuf, started our sessions with a dua for beneficial knowledge. He showed me how the precision required in mathematics reflects the precision of Allah's creation. That changed everything - it wasn't just math anymore; it was understanding the universe Allah created."

The Transformation

Over six months, Ahmed's grades improved dramatically. But more importantly, his approach to learning transformed. He developed study techniques that worked for him, learned time management from an Islamic perspective, and began seeing his education as an act of worship.

The Result

Ahmed excelled in his WAEC examinations, scoring A1 in mathematics and the sciences. He gained admission to study Medicine at the University of Ibadan, becoming the first in his family to attend university.

Continuing the Journey

Ahmed now volunteers as a peer tutor in our Academic Support program, helping other students who were once in his position. "I want to show other kids from public schools that their dreams are valid," he says. "With the right support and with trust in Allah, anything is possible."