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Provost of the proposed Bayelsa State College of Education, Okpoama, Dr R.K. Meindinyo told staff to get set for challenges that would be associated with effecitive running of the institution.

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Provost of the proposed Bayelsa State College of Education, Okpoama, Dr R.K. Meindinyo  told staff to get set for challenges that would be associated with effecitive running of the institution.

Meindinyo, who stated this at the end of a two-day retreat held for academic and administrative staff of the college, said the retreat was organised with the main objectives of preparing them for the task ahead as a new institution.

He stressed the need for the management to ensure the sustenance of the existing mutual relationship, and therefore stressed the need for them to live up to expectations.

He contended that this would bring the harmonious environment required in the college community necessary to build an institution of note aimed at achieving he missing link in the educational development of the state.

The Provost, expressed regret  that 14 years after the creation of the state, it cannot boast of an institution for training the trainers of qualified teachers, which has resulted in the poor performance in the education sector.

While advising the participants to put of the state what they have learnt in proper use, he commended the State House of Assembly for passing the enabling Laws establishing the college.

In his speech, Chairman of Brass Local Government Council, Chief Ngo Sylva commended the State Government for its wisdom to establish the College in the area, and pledged the willingness of his council to assist the young college in any way possible.

Among dignitaries who presented paper during the retreat were Prof. Augustine Nte of Rivers State University of Education, Port Harcourt, Dr. A.O. Fediora, Dean College of Education, Warri, and Mr Ubong Bassey, Deputy Provost, Federal College of Education,Technical, Omoku.

Also at the occasion were Dr Guagha M. Berezi, Registrar and Kakate D. Tarila, Bursar of the college were among other senior staff that grace the retreat.

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Association harps on importance of mother tongue in society 

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February 23, 2026

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The President of Rivers State Indigenous Language Teachers Association and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) ,Rivers Language Centre, Port Harcourt.Dr Ovuchi J. Agwnu has described
Language as life  that promote culture and identity of the people.
Ovuchi  made in a  press statement to commemorate the mother tongue day in port Harcourt over the weekend.
The statement  call on parents to think about the future in a world where their kids would not sustain the language as handed over to them from antiquity.
” The Government should shift focus on the Youths as the hope of the Linguistic future. Every school should have an employed indigenous language teacher who will handle the mother tongue inculcation of the language of the immediate environment of each school.”
“Irrespective of the recent views on language teachings, we remain committed to sustaining our diversity as a people via language promotion.”
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UNIPORT Hails Odusote’s Historic Appointment as First Female Director-General of Nigerian Law School

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The University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) has expressed profound pride over the appointment of Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote as the Director-General of the Nigerian Law School, describing the milestone as historic and richly deserved.
In a congratulatory message issued on behalf of the University’s management, staff, students, and stakeholders, the Vice-Chancellor, Owunari Abraham Georgewill, hailed the appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a landmark achievement for legal education and women’s leadership in Nigeria.
The University noted that Dr. Odusote’s emergence as the first female Director-General of the Nigerian Law School in over six decades reflects the confidence reposed in her exceptional leadership capacity, professional depth, and administrative acumen.
UNIPORT further commended her outstanding tenure as Deputy Director-General and Head of the Lagos Campus of the Nigerian Law School, where she was credited with visionary leadership, institutional strengthening, and strategic advancement of legal training.
According to the University, her proven record of excellence, integrity, and commitment to institutional development unmistakably positioned her for the nation’s highest legal education office.
Describing the appointment as a source of pride and inspiration, UNIPORT expressed confidence that Dr. Odusote’s leadership would usher in a new era of growth, innovation, and consolidation in legal education in Nigeria.
The University concluded by wishing her a successful tenure and assuring her of its goodwill, solidarity, and unwavering support as she assumes leadership of Nigeria’s foremost legal training institution.
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K-SAFE Calls for Increased Education Funding, Transparency in Kano

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The Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE) has called for sustained funding releases, improved transparency, and stronger focus on learning outcomes to consolidate recent gains in the education sector in Kano State.
The appeal was made by Dr. Auwalu Halilu, Co-Chair representing civil society organisations, during a goodwill message at the 2026 Education Sector Joint Steering Committee Meeting held in the state.
Addressing the Commissioner for Education, committee members, development partners, and other stakeholders, Dr. Halilu expressed appreciation for the opportunity given to civil society groups to participate in the high-level policy dialogue.
He commended the Kano State Government and relevant agencies for progress made in expanding access to education, strengthening teacher recruitment, and advancing non-formal and second-chance education programmes.
Dr. Halilu, however, stressed the importance of ensuring consistent release of funds to support ongoing reforms and programmes aimed at improving education delivery. He also urged authorities to enhance transparency in the implementation of education initiatives and place greater emphasis on measurable learning outcomes.
He further highlighted the need to promote safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments, particularly for vulnerable children, to ensure equitable access to quality education.
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According to him, sustained collaboration between government, civil society organisations, and development partners remains essential to strengthening education systems and improving outcomes for learners.
Dr. Halilu reaffirmed K-SAFE’s commitment to constructive engagement and accountability, noting that civil society organisations are ready to work closely with stakeholders to support continuous improvement in education delivery in the state and across Nigeria.
He said the forum remains dedicated to promoting transparency, accountability, and inclusive education policies that will benefit all children.
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