Education

Parents Decry Hike In Primary School Fees

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11 years ago

August 11, 2014

Parents of wards and pu
pils of Nursery and Primary Schools have expressed fears over the hike in the school fees for next session, and have called on the state Ministry of Education to intervene in order for children of low income earners to get formal education.
Speaking to The Tide at the weekend, Mrs Pauline Asimie, a pharmacist, said, “it is saddening how these schools increase their fees. You can’t imagine that school fees of N16,000 was suddenly increased to N40,000. I mean, the gap is too wide. From 16,000 to 20,000 or 25,000 is appreciable but not 40,000″.
Another parent, Mrs Ozioma Nwokeocha said, “I know that education is very important especially in today’s world. But do we have to kill ourselves for our children to attain it? Some of these schools are increasing their fees almost every year and who knows how it will be in this academic year. It has not been easy with those of with three to four children in the system”.
“I quite agree with the cry but then, I know that these schools are in categories. Parents should learn to go for the ones that they can afford. If they do, they will not have this funny experience because, afterall, education is not totally about the school but about the child”, said Thomas Fiberesima, a civil servant.
Also speaking, Pastor Prince Ndudi lamented the high rate of increase in the school fees of these children even by the mission schools stating that such act is not in accordance with the tenets of God’s vision in their mission to the world.
He said, “these mission schools are supposed to be considerate so as to attract these children and win them for Christ. Unfortunately, most times, their fees are higher than that of the secular schools.
When contacted, proprietresses of one of the Nursery/Primary operating in Port Harcourt and Iriebe respectively, who pleaded anonymity, said “the increment could be due largely to the demands of the time. Everything is going up and so is education. The educational materials are becoming more technical and expensive. Besides, to teach and cater for these children demands a lot. We plead that parents should understand and bear with us”.

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November 17, 2025

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Education

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

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3 weeks ago

November 10, 2025

The Tide

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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3 weeks ago

November 10, 2025

The Tide

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.