Education

College Wins NNPC/MPN Quiz Competition In Bonny

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11 years ago

February 16, 2015

Spring Foundation
College, Bonny has emerged winner of this year’s edition of the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)/Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited Quiz Competition for schools in Bonny.
The college scored 34 points to emerge winner of the competition, while Kings and Queens High School and Lucille Educational Centre came second and third respectively.
In his goodwill message the Manager Field Public and Government Affairs Engr. Adeyemi Fakayejo said that the competition was in line with the commitment by the company to develop education in Bonny.
Engr. Fakayejo who was represented by Engr. Idy Ebose said that the company had always collaborated with the Bonny Kingdom Development Committee to continue sole funding of specific projects.
He further said that the company had invested so much in the educational development of Nigerians through the award of scholarship, stressing that the joint venture awards 500 undergraduates’ scholarship to Nigerian students studying in various tertiary institutions across the country.
The manager Recreasport Consult Nigeria Limited, Dr. Jude S. Ben-Stowe said that seven secondary schools had initially participated in the competition, but the number has now increased to eight, following the entry into the competition by Lucille Education Centre.
He further said that the competition which was conducted on preliminary was very keen and tasking as the contestants displayed their academic knowledge.
“This competition featured in seventeen subject areas of the school curriculum including current affairs.
“The emphasis is on the sciences and mathematics where over 94.5 percent of the questions were drawn” he said.
Among the schools which took part in the competition are: Bonny National Grammar School, Government Girls Secondary School Finima and Community Secondary School Borokiri Bonny.
The rest are: Community Secondary School Bonny, Spring Foundation College Bonny, Kings and Queens High School Abalamabie Bonny, Ibitamuno Secondary School Bonny and Lucille Education Centre Eagle Forest Bonny.

Education

UNIPort Senate Grants Two-Year Amnesty to U2010–U2018 Students

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2 weeks ago

May 18, 2026

The Tide

The Senate of the University of Port Harcourt Rivers state has approved a special two-year amnesty for students admitted between the 2010/2011 and 2018/2019 academic sessions who were unable to complete their programmes within the stipulated period.

This was contained in a statement by the university public relations officer,Dr Sammy Kpenu and made available to the tide over the weekend in port Harcourt.

The statement stated that eligible students are expected to submit formal applications addressed to the Vice Chancellor through their respective Heads of Department for review and necessary consideration.

The statement further stated that the approval provides a renewed opportunity for affected students to return, regularize their academic status, and successfully complete their studies.

According to the statement the amnesty also offers a fresh opportunity to students who had issues related to overstaying or other challenges that forced them to discontinue their programmes, to return and complete their academic pursuits.

The statement however said that the deadline for submission of applications end on 31st May, 2026 and therefore urge the affected students to take full advantage of the window the amnesty provided to realise their academic dreams.

Education

Education Commissioner Seeks media collaboration in Rivers

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2 weeks ago

May 18, 2026

The Tide

The River State Commissioner for Education, Dr Peters Nwagor has called on media practitioners in Rivers State to deploy their various communication platforms toward promoting government programmes and policies aimed at achieving sustainable development in the education sector. Dr. Nwagor made the appeal when members of the Etche Ethnic Practicing Journalists (EEPJ) paid him a courtesy visit in Office in Port Harcourt. The Commissioner emphasized the strategic role of the media in shaping public perception, promoting government initiatives, and supporting policies capable of improving the quality of education and human capital development in the state. According to him, constructive media engagement remains essential in creating public awareness on educational reforms, students’ welfare, infrastructural improvements, and other interventions being implemented by the state government. Speaking on the recent appro

Education

“FPOG Bonny Deepens Learning With Hands-On Expedition to NLNG Nature Park”

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1 month ago

April 27, 2026

The Tide

Academic expeditions and excursions take learning beyond the classroom, fostering personal growth, cultural understanding, and hands-on engagement with history, science, and nature. For the Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, such outings are a strategic tool for bridging theory with practice.

On Saturday, April 18, 2026, the Department of Science Laboratory Technology led students on an academic excursion to the NLNG Nature Park in Bonny. The team was led by the Head of Unit, Elizabeth Jumbo, alongside Ikor Peter, Usman Thaha, and Elekwachi Progress. The trip was designed to connect classroom instruction with real-life experiences.

According to the department, the excursion sought to deepen learning by linking theoretical knowledge with tangible, real-world exposure. The exercise also aimed to enhance student engagement and retention while promoting social-emotional skills such as collaboration and empathy. It further catered to diverse learning styles among the students.

Academic excursions offer clear benefits. Abstract concepts become concrete when students encounter them firsthand. A history lesson comes alive in a museum, while scientific principles are better understood in natural settings. Such interactive experiences are often more memorable than text-based learning alone.

The outings also build critical soft skills. Trips foster self-confidence, teamwork, communication, and resilience. They broaden cultural awareness and perspective by exposing students to new environments and ideas. For many, the experience sparks curiosity, promotes empathy, and can even influence future career paths.

At its core, the goal is to make learning personal, relevant, and interactive. The Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny says it is committed to providing a compass to academic excellence through active learning, consistent organization, and holistic student well-being. The SLT excursion reflects that approach in action.