Education

Students Produce RivPoly Paints

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11 years ago

September 29, 2014

In line with the empha
sis placed by education authorities on more practical education, students of the Rivers State Polytechnic, Bori have developed and produced the institutions own brand of paints, awaiting the approval of the Standard Organisation of Nigeria (SON) before they is commercialised.
The Rector of the school, Sir Obianko Nwolu-Elechi made this revelation recently at the 18th-20th convocation lecture of the school in Bori.
In his opening speech, he t emphasised that the school authority’s focus on technical education, as is usually peculiar to polytechnic, noting that the result was the production of the paint.
While noting that emphasis on technical education in Nigeria in the last two years has become over-whelming, he stated that “in all the five or four common wealth Association Conferences, this had been the focal point, and ours cannot be an exception.
“Today we are re-examining the role that Polytechnics are supposed to play in the technical development of Nigeria.
“In this Bori Polytechnic, there is a Paradym Shift from mere academic resources, to practical issues, because we are aware that Polytechnic System of education is more of practical orientation than academic exercise,” he said.
The Rector also revealed that in addition to the Paint, Staff and students of the School have also produced other items that have been sent for scrutiny and subsequent approval by relevant authorities in Abuja.
He stated that when the SON Confirms the Paint as having met the required standard, everything will be made possible “for us to commercialise the production of the paint.
“That is the little we think we can contribute to society, and we have encouraged our staff and students that all hands must be on deck to ensure effective realisation of our dreams.
Last week Wednesday. 27 law makers loyal to Governor Chibuike Amaechi issued a statement to condemn the expulsion of some commissioners from the PDP. According to them, the reasons, methodology and procedures that led to these pronouncements are unconstitutional by reasons of Article 21 (4) (5) (6) of the constitution of the People Democratic Party.
On Thursday last week National Assembly members together with, local government chairman of the PDP, the Rivers State Executive Council and local government Chairman in the 23 councils formally announced their boycott of the PDP Mini-convention billed to held last Saturday at Abuja.
Speaking unbehalfof each of the group were, Honourable Asita for National Assembly members, Dr Tammy Danagogo of Rivers Executive Council, Chimbiko Akawlo Spoke for the council chairman, while Samuel Horsfall for Party Chairmen.
Asita gave reasons for the boycott and said, “we are worried about the rascality which activities of the party is carried out in Rivers State, we are aware that the Mini-convention is on Saturday and we had hoped that the party at the centre take steps to put things right. Having watched over time our party gliding into disrepute.”

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Education

ENUC President tasks ASTEC foundation Schools on dedication, value oriented teaching

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3 days ago

March 23, 2026

The Tide

ASTEC Foundation Schools (AFS) owned by the seventh_ day adventist church had the distinct honour of hosting the President of the Eastern Nigeria Union Conference (ENUC), Pastor Onyebuchi Thomas Opara, on his first official pastoral visit to the institution Owerrita in Abia state, recently.

The visit which marked a significant moment in the history of the school, featured the dedication of the newly landscaped roads, dedication of renovated buildings and the consecration of pupils and staff.

The ENUC President who was accompanied by the President of the Aba North Conference (ANC), Pastor Henry Emeka Nwankwo, further emphasized the importance of the visit and the strong support of the Church leadership toward the advancement of Adventist education.

It is noteworthy that Pastor Onyebuchi Thomas Opara also serves as the Chairman of the Board of Management of ASTEC, demonstrating his deep commitment to the institution’s progress and mission.

Addressing the teachers students and pupils of the college at Owerrenta in Abia state over the weekend,Pastor Opara charged the teachers to see themselves as missionaries within the school system, emphasizing the need to model Christ-like character and values before the pupils entrusted to their care.

He encouraged them to regard their profession as a divine calling, shaping both the intellectual and spiritual lives of the learners.

In his welcome address, the Principal of ASTEC, Pastor Ahaoma Chigozirim Nwanma, PhD, warmly received the distinguished guests. He expressed heartfelt appreciation to the ENUC leadership for their continued support and commitment to the growth of the Adventist institution and humbly solicited their prayers for the staff and pupils.

The Headmistress of ASTEC Foundation Schools, Mrs. Charity Nwankwo, delivered the vote of thanks, and expressed deep gratitude to Pastor Opara for his pastoral visit and dedicatory prayers. She also acknowledged Pastor Henry Emeka Nwankwo and the ASTEC community leadership team for their consistent support, guidance, and commitment to the development of the Foundation Schools.

A special recognition was accorded to the PTA Chairman, Hon. (MG) Uzoma George, for his invaluable contributions and steadfast support to the school.

The visit was graced by ASTEC community leaders, as well as members of AFS staff and pupils, who gave a warm and enthusiastic reception to the visiting dignitaries.

The visit and dedication ceremony reaffirmed the shared commitment of the Church and school leadership to fostering a conducive learning environment that promotes academic excellence, spiritual growth, and character development.

By: Akujobi Amadi

Education

Opobo Kingdom moves to incorporate Ibani Language Into School Curriculum, Takes Off April

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3 days ago

March 23, 2026

The Tide

In a bid to preserve the cultural heritage and promote the values of Opobo Kingdom, the Ibani Language will be reinstated and incorporated into the various communities and institutions of learning.

This reinstatement was declared by the Amanyanabo-Elect of Opobo Kingdom, Alabo Charles Douglas MacPepple-Jaja, Jeki VI , saying that the initiative will take effect from next month

The Amanyanabo-Elect made this statement during his speech recently in port Harcourt,where he stated that the initiative was a key component hinged on his five-point agenda.

The Monarch explained that the goal was to enhance the indigenous language and incorporate everyone at different strata including children and youths from ages 4-16.

The King Elect further added that, in order to achieve this, there would be deployment of modern multimedia tools to facilitate the process.

The Monarch also assured that research techniques will be deployed as there will be partnership with schools and communities across the Opobo clan.

He maintained that the execution of the project is a major step in the preservation of the Ibani Language and Cultural heritage of the people.

Education

NUJ demands strong actions in revamping education in Rivers

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3 days ago

March 23, 2026

The Tide

Members of the Rivers State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) have taken bold steps regarding the deteriorating educational standards across the state and called for urgent government actions to stem the tide. They argued that both basic and secondary schools across the 23 local government areas of the state require state government action towards restructuring the highly decayed infrastructure.

This was part of the eight-point communique reached at the end of the special congress of the union in Port Harcourt to mark the first-year anniversary of the present union leadership in the state. The union observed that if no immediate government action is taken to address the infrastructural decay in public schools in the state, the educational future in the state will be a mirage.

The communiqué signed by

Mr. Paul Bazia -Nsaneh

Chairman NUJ Rivers State Council ,

Ijeoma Tubosia Ph.D

Secretary NUJ Rivers State Council , and members of the

Communique Drafting Committee.

Dr. Justice Ihunwo – Chairman ,

Dr. Joy Grant-Amadi – Secretary and

Mr. Chukwudi Ejimofor – Member reaffirmed the position of the union on the state affairs and the nation at large.

The union also urged the state government, as a matter of urgent public concern, to commence the immediate employment of new teachers to fill the gaps caused by the dearth of teachers, stressing the need to post the would-be new teachers to local communities that are lacking teaching manpower.

Recently, the newly appointed Commissioner for Education in the state, Dr. Peters Nwagor, reaffirmed his commitment to implementing transformative education with the sole purpose of achieving inclusive and equitable learning across the state.

We hope that the commissioner will match his words with action and swing into action to give schools in the state a breath on new academic life.

By: Akujobi Amadi