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UNIPORT Explains Resumption, Exams

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One month after the University of Port Harcourt was closed and academic activities suspended  due to security concerns arising from the killings of four students of the University the management of the institution has released the amended academic calendar which fixed the second semester examinations uptil December 7th, 2012.

The Public Relations Officer of the University, Dr. Williams Wodi told The Tide in an interview that the school resumed formally to conclude academic activities adding that the academic calendar was not substantially affected by the closure because the students were already into the revision week before the incident.

According to him, “what we simply did was that we resumed school, some lecturers did some revision and examinations started in earnest.

“The examinations would end on December 7 and that was our original date, ofcourse.

“Examinations are on-going, so far, so good. There seems not to be insecurity on campus. The host communities are safe, there is safety on campus. You don’t seem to see Police around anymore. There is peace on campus,” he assured.

He said , the University was concerned about the level of security on camapus and in the host communities and took proactive measures, adding that the Vice Chancellor led a delegation to the host communities.

His words: “We met the chiefs, community leaders, the youths and they assured us they would ensure THE security of our staff and students who live in their midst. So with such assurances and other security measures we took, we decided to reopen the University”.

The Image Maker explained that the Senate met and decided that the atmosphere within the host communities was conducive enough for students to return emphasizing that about 70 per cent of them live in the host communities especially Choba, Aluu, Alakahia as well as Rumuosi and Rumuekini.

Meanwhile, students have expressed joy that they were back to school to conclude their academic work for the session.

One of such students from the Department of Banking and Finance, Enyinnaya Daniel Ukaegbu, said the desire for examination is high adding that  nobody has time to play around.

According to him, “our thinking was that we were going to re-open in January but the best thing is to write the examination and go home, as refusal may not augur well because of what happened.

A final year student, Kelechi Nwogu, told our correspondent that if the school didn’t reopen, it would have affected those who will finish this year.

“We are writing exams and by the grace of God, we are doing our best, so that we can go for national youth service. It will also help returning students to go to new classes”, she said.

An undergraduate of Department of Biochemistry, Inemesit Udoh, said apart from academic activities which were inconclusive before the unfortunate event, arrangement for the students’ week had been concluded.

As for the second semester examinations, she said, “I am prepared. The closure offered me an opportunity to read. I still have more time to prepare since my courses would come up in December.

 

Eunice Choko-Kayode

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School Resumption:Rivers begins monitoring of compliance  to academics standards

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As Secondary and primary schools  in Rivers state ,including public and private owned  resumes for the first term 2025/2026 academic session  today after a one month vacation at the end of the third term  2024/2025 academic session .,the state ministry of education said quality assurance supervisors will resume school visitations and monitoring immediately.
The state ministry of Education disclosed this in a statement signed by the permanent secretary ,
Dr. (Mrs.) Ndidi Chikanele Utchay and made available to the tide ,the statement stated that staffs of department of quality assurance services (SEQAS)  in the ministry and it’s agencies will commence  immediate  routein assessment visitations to all schools in the state, to ensure Compliance with Established Educational Standards .
The statement reads thus:
“This is to notify all public and private schools operating in Rivers State that the State Education Quality Assurance Services (SEQAS) will commence follow-through and routine assessments immediately, upon resumption of the 2025/2026 academic session. These assessments are designed to:
 Ensure Compliance with Established Educational Standards.”
“Evaluate the Quality of Teaching and Learning,
Review Curriculum Implementation and Teaching Methods,
Assess Infrastructure and Learning Environment, and
Promote Students Welfare and Overall School Improvement.”
“Consequently, all Public and Private Schools are by this announcement advised to make all necessary preparations and ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements. “
The statement also said applications for School approvals and upgrades should be submitted directly to the office of the Permanent Secretary, as negotiations with individuals and agents will no longer be tolerated.
“The  state Ministry of Education appreciates your continuous co-operation and commitments to sustaining high educational standards in our dear State.”the statement stated.
By: Akujobi Amadi
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University of Port Harcourt elevates five professor’s on communication and public relations

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The  Governing Council of University of port Harcourt in Rivers state has appointed
 five new Professors of Communication and Media Studies of the institution.
This was contained in a Facebook handle of  the public relations officer of the university,Dr Sammy Kpenu  disclosed that those elevated to the ranks  of professor include erudite and world-class Prof. Ntiense James Usua , promoted to  professor of Broadcasting,
Prof. Faustina Ginikanwa Nwachukwu – Strategic Communication and Advertising, and
Prof. Benedict Obiora Agbo – Public Relations and Advertising.
Others are,Prof. Sunny C.J. Mbazie , Public Relations and Advertising, while
Prof. Clement Afamefuna Asadu ,was appointed  professor of Behaviour and Social Change Communication, of the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, University of Port Harcourt.
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Our academic activities are AI driven – VC ….declares I’ntl Conf on education 

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The Vice Chancellor of Rivers State University, Prof. Isaac Zeb-Obipi, has declared that all activities in the University are AI-driven, stressing  the need to prepare the future workforce through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education as a pathway to achieving sustainable development.
He  made this remark while declaring open the 4th Annual International Conference of the Department of Science Education, held from Wednesday,at the Faculty of Education Auditorium.
The vice chancellor commended the department for choosing a theme that aligns with his vision for the University and expressed optimism that the conference would produce a communiqué with clear strategies for the future.
Also speaking,the Head of Department, Science Education, Dr. Dorathy Ekineh,  stated that the convergence of STEM Education, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Sustainable Development is crucial in shaping the next generation of leaders, innovators, and problem solvers.
According to her, the conference provides an opportunity to explore, discuss, and collaborate on strategies to equip the workforce with the skills required to face the challenges and seize the opportunities of the future.
Earlier In his welcome address, the Dean of the Faculty of Education, Prof. Isaac N. Dokubo, described the conference as timely, noting that the world is rapidly embracing AI in all sectors.
He explained that the primary aim of the conference is to examine how AI and STEM Education can prepare tomorrow’s workforce to compete effectively with their counterparts globally.
 Delivering the keynote address, the Dean, Faculty of Education, University of Port Harcourt, Prof. Cheta Williams, stated that the workforce of the future will thrive at the intersection of STEM, Artificial Intelligence, and sustainability.
“If we align our education systems, innovations, and ethical compass, we will not just prepare for the future, we will shape it,” he stated .
He averred that the workforce of tomorrow is already being built today in classrooms, universities, innovation hubs, and government boardrooms,adding that the future is not something to wait for, but something to design and build together.
Also presenting a paper titled “STEM Education and Sustainable Development for a Resilient Future”, Prof. Keziah A. Achuonye from the Faculty of Education, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, highlighted the vital role of STEM in driving resilience and sustainable growth.
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