Education

GGSS, Oromenike Wins PCRC Children’s Debate

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13 years ago

June 18, 2012

Government Girls Secondary School (GGSS), Oromenike, has won the Children’s Day debate organised by the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), Rivers State Command.

The event which took place at the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) Multi-purpose hall, Mgbuoba, Port Harcourt last Monday saw GGSS, Oromenike defeating Government Secondary School (GSS), Elekahia to lift the coveated trophy while the Best Speaker prize went to Felix Okoro and Amara Chukwu of GSS, Elekahia as the prize for the first runners-up and third place was carted away by Maureen Justus and Addy Williams all of GGSS, Oromenike respectively.

Speaking at the colourful ceremony, the chairman of the occasion, Chief Wofuru Okparaolu advised the participants to be of good behaviour and obey constituted authorities.

He also called on the parents to ensure they give their children and wards quality education at all times, stressing that as future leaders of tomorrow, they deserved the best in their educational pursuit.

The Chairman, who is also the President, League of Veteran Journalist, Rivers State lauded member of PCRC, the Police and the organizers for the epoch making occasion and called for cordial relationship and forum to rub minds and give their children a sense of belonging.

In her own remarks, the wife of the Commissioner of Police, Rivers State, Mrs Huseina Ndabawa sued for sustainance of the event, saying that she was excited with the impressive performance of the students and expressed optimism that next year ceremony would be better.

Mrs Ndabawa, who was represented by Dr. Chime Adeyemo said Police would continue to curb crisis and crime, appealing t the Public for their co-operation to carry out their job effectively in protecting lives and property.

Earlier, the Chairman of PCRC, Rivers State command, Hon. Austen Young had expressed gratitude to all that made the occasion a huge success and also commended the schools that participated in the debate for their impressive performance, and assured that next years edition would surpase the one of this year with God on their side.

Hon. Yong also commended the organizing Committee for their perfect organization and thanked all for their support.

Collins Barasimeye

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1 week ago

November 17, 2025

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Education

Nigeria to Train Electric Vehicle Technicians through NOUN-Auto Clinic Partnership

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2 weeks ago

November 10, 2025

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The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has partnered with Auto Clinic Center to train electric vehicle technicians, in a bid to address unemployment and boost the country’s economy.

The partnership was announced during the virtual ceremony for the Course 2 of the certificate program in Electric Vehicle and Auto Diagnostics, held in Kaduna.

Professor Olufemi Peters, Vice Chancellor of NOUN, who was represented by Deputy Vice Chancellor, Technology Innovation and Research, Prof. Christine Ofulue, commended the innovative efforts of the Center and expressed gratitude to the partners and participants.

“This virtual flag-off of Course 2 of the Certificate in Electric Vehicles and Auto Diagnostics, facilitated by Centre for Human Resource Development (CHRD) of the university, is a collaboration between NOUN and the Auto Clinic Center, Abuja,” she said.

The registrar, National Open University of Nigeria, Mr. Oladipo Ajayi, expressed gratitude for the contributions and reiterated the significance of the program in preparing individuals for the future of e-mobility.

“We are committed to promoting skill-based education aligned with national and global needs,” he said.

The CEO of Auto Clinic Center, Nathaniel Okwesiri, emphasized the need to create professional mechanics through a combination of graduate and non-graduate training.

“We are grateful for this opportunity and we believe that this program will help to build a strong national capacity for electric vehicle repair and innovation,” he said.

Professor Shehu Usman Adamu, Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration, emphasized the importance of the Auto Clinic Training Initiative in preparing technicians for the emerging world of electric vehicles, aligning with Nigeria’s transition to cleaner and more sustainable mobility.

The keynote speaker, Prince Mustapha Mona Audu, CEO Electric Motor Vehicle Company (EMVC), highlighted the potential for Nigeria to become a leader in electric mobility, leveraging its large market and the continent’s need for sustainable transportation.

“Electric vehicles are the future, and Nigeria must be prepared to take advantage of this opportunity,” he said, announcing the donation of two electric vehicles to NOUN.

The event also announced upcoming programs in procurement management and professional child care, with the goal of fostering partnerships and addressing societal needs.

Education

Kenpoly begins 2025/2026 academic session

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2 weeks ago

November 10, 2025

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Management of the Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic Bori has announced fatestfor the commencement of its 2025/2026 academic session.

?A statement by the acting registrar of the school, ThankGod Anyim Abalubu said full academic activities will commence from Monday November 10, 2025.

?Accordingly, “all those who applied and have been offered provisional admissions into the various programmes of the Polytechnic in (National Diploma ND and Higher National Diploma HND) are requested to visit the Admissions and Registration Unit of the Registry as well as the Information and Communications Technology Centre (ICTC) for their Clearance and Registration, ” the statement said.

?The statement added that these category of candidates are required to complete all the processes of clearance and registration within one week as lectures will commence on Monday, 17th November, 2025.