Education

FG To Release White Papers On Visitation Panels

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12 years ago

December 22, 2014

The Minister of Educa
tion, Mallam Ibrahim Shekarau, has disclosed that the white papers on visitation panels to Federal Polytechnics and Colleges of Education across the country would soon be released.
Shekarau, who made this known during an impact assessment visit to the Federal College of Education (Technical), Gombe, Gombe State, expressed the commitment of the Federal Government to respond to all the demands of Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) and Colleges of Education Staff Union (COASU) to forestall future industrial actions by the unions.
He said the white paper retrieved from the office of the secretary to government of the federation is currently receiving attention at the Federal Ministry of Education headquarters stating that the report of the Needs Assessment to Colleges of Education has been received and undergoing review by the Federal Government.
According to him, the leadership of ASUP and COASU has adequately been briefed on actions taken by the Federal Government to address the demands of the unions, which had led to protracted strikes by the two staff unions.
The minister said the impact assessment tour was to see firsthand, the level of progress made by tertiary institutions in terms of implementation of various intervention funds made available to them for infrastructure development in order to improve on teaching and learning environment.
Shekarau, who inspected numerous projects at the institution, including two 300 capacity auditoriums constructed by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), also commissioned a twin lecture theatre at the college.
According to him, education remains critical towards effective transformation of the country, adding that, President Jonathan has accorded the sector priority place in his development agenda.
He appealed to staff and students of the college to reciprocate the gesture of the Federal Government in its efforts to revamp the education through the ongoing massive infrastructural development and improvement in condition of teaching and learning in public institutions across the country.

Acting News Editor RSNC. Dr. Alphilius Paul- Warika (left) explaining some content of The Tide Newspaper to pupils from Emarid College during their excursion visit to the corporation, last friday

Education

Abia State University Screens First Class Graduates From The 30-32nd Convocation For Employment

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8 hours ago

June 29, 2026

The Tide

In line with the directive of the Governor of Abia State and Visitor to the University, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, for the automatic employment of all First-Class graduates from the 30th–32nd Convocation Ceremony of the University, the Management on Wednesday, 24th June 2026, screened the eligible graduates who have completed their National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for the onward processing of their employment letters.

Speaking during the meeting, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ndukwe J. Okeudo, represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Professor (Mrs.) Roseline Ndimele, expressed delight at the outstanding academic achievements of the graduates. She noted that the University Management is proud of their accomplishments and remains committed to supporting excellence and rewarding hard work.

Professor Ndimele further added that graduates who have successfully completed their NYSC programme are eligible to submit their application documents, while those currently serving or yet to commence the programme should return upon completion of their service.

In his remarks, the Registrar, Dr. Acho Elendu, stated that the meeting was convened in adherence to the directive of the Governor and Visitor to the University, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR. He urged all prospective candidates to adhere strictly to the guidelines provided in order to avoid errors or misinformation during the screening process.

Recall that during the 30th–32nd Convocation Ceremony of Abia State University held on 27th March 2026 at the retrofitted University Pavilion, the Governor of Abia State and Visitor to the University, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, announced that all First-Class graduates from the three convocation sets would be retained as Graduate Assistants after completing the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

Education

Rivers State Begins 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination Wednesday

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8 hours ago

June 29, 2026

The Tide

The Rivers State Ministry of Education has announced that the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) will officially commence on Wednesday, 2026, across all public and private schools in the state.

In a statement issued by the Director of Examinations and Records, Pastor Gideon Nwachukwu Uboh, on behalf of the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Dr. Peters Nwagor, says school authorities across all Local Government Areas have been advised to ensure that their students are adequately prepared for the examination.

The statement further directed that schools in all Local Government Areas, except Obio/Akpor, should collect and return examination materials through their respective Zonal Education Offices.

It further directed Schools within the Obio/Akpor Zone to collect and return examination materials at the following custodial centres:

Obio/Akpor Zone I: Community Secondary School, Okoro-Nu-Odo

Obio/Akpor Zone II: State Primary School I, Rumuapara, Obio/Akpor Zone III: Community Secondary School, Ozuoba.

The Ministry also disclosed that the Rivers State Government has paid the examination fees for all candidates in public schools. It warned that any principal or teacher found extorting money from students in public schools under any guise will be sanctioned in accordance with the law.

Akujobi Amadi

Education

FPOG Bonny Announces Resumption Date For Second Semester Academic Session

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8 hours ago

June 29, 2026

The Tide

The Management of the Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, (FPOG) has announced the resumption of second semester from Monday 29th of June 2026.

A statement signed by Mr Anthony Ogbe, Senior Assistant Registrar/public Relations officer and made available to the tide advise.

Students to resume as announced and update their course registrations.

The statement further call them to take note of all academic deadlines for the semester , adding that timely resumption is essential to achieving the stated academic objectives.

According to the statement ,” the Polytechnic remains committed to academic excellence, innovation, and bridging the gap between theory and practice. Management has provided the necessary resources and environment to support staff and students in delivering impactful solutions.”

“Management looks forward to receiving all returning students and wishes everyone safe travels back to campus.”the statement added.

Akujobi Amadi