Education

UNILAG Students Protest Death Of Colleague

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11 years ago

September 14, 2015

The Students’ Union President, University of Lagos, Mr Abiodun Martins, has called on the management of the institution to be more proactive in catering for the welfare of the students.
Martins made the call when he led an in- house protest by students of the institution over the death of one of their colleagues, Miss Oluchi Anekwe.
Anekwe, a 300 level student of Accounting, was said to have been electrocuted in the early hours of Wednesday on the campus.
It was gathered that Anekwe was electrocuted when a high tension cable near her hostel cut and dropped on her.
She was close to getting into her hostel at the Sodeinde Residence at New Hall, when the incident occurred.
Anekwe was said to have been rushed to the school’s clinic where a medical staff was said to have demanded for her identity card rather than attend to the dying student immediately.
According to Martins, such deaths would have been avoided if management had considered the welfare of students, especially those on campus, as a top priority.
He regretted the incident adding that there was need for management to swing into action immediately in a bid to repair and possibly reconstruct every infrastructure on campus.
All academic and social activities around the campus was brought to a halt by the aggrieved students as a mark of honour to the departed soul.
One of the students, Miss Tessy Thomas, said that management was not responsive enough in tackling issues that bordered on the welfare of the students.
According to her, residents of the hostel had been calling the attention of the university authority to the numerous exposed cables that pose a threat to lives of persons in the campus but to no avail.
Addressing the students, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Rahamon Bello, pleaded with them to remain calm as he shared in their grief.
He said that management had tried severally to draw the attention of the relevant electricity distribution company who was responsible of maintaining the infrastructure.
“I want to appeal with you to remain calm over the death of one of us, as we equally shared in your grief.
“We feel pained at the incident and we pray that such will never occur again.
“We indeed regret the entire development even as I plead with you to join hands with me to tackle this issue immediately.
“We shall be setting a day aside to pray for the departed soul as we ask God to give the entire community and the family of the deceased the fortitude to bear the loss,’’ he said.

Education

Break Free From Poverty Mindset, Build Multiple Income Streams — Dr. Adepoju ….Unveils Eight chapter books on financial independence.

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2 weeks ago

October 12, 2026

The Tide

An author and multi_ politialite Entrepreneur and strategist,Dr. Yemisi Lucy Adepoju has challenged Nigerians to break away from limiting beliefs about money and embrace deliberate wealth-creation strategies, stressing that financial freedom begins with a change in mindset.

Adepoju stated during a conversation and unveiling of the book “Broke AFTER PAY DAY? ””The hidden crisis killing Employees Dreams and how to break free held in port Harcourt over the weekend.

She spoke on agriculture, wellness and personal finance, said many people remain trapped in financial hardship because of inherited beliefs and attitudes that shape the way they perceive and manage money.

She identified beliefs such as the popular saying that “money does not grow on trees” as examples of mental conditioning that could limit people’s understanding of wealth creation.

According to her, individuals must consciously replace such limiting mindsets with ideas that encourage investment, entrepreneurship and long-term financial planning.

Adepoju said changing one’s financial circumstances requires more than simply earning a salary, urging workers to move beyond dependence on a single source of income.

The author particularly encouraged civil servants, corporate employees and other salary earners to explore additional legitimate income streams, stressing that agriculture, strategic partnerships and private equity investments could provide opportunities for building sustainable wealth.

She described agriculture as an important area that should receive greater attention from individuals seeking alternative investment opportunities, noting that the sector offers possibilities beyond traditional subsistence farming when approached with proper planning, knowledge and professional management.

The financial expert also stressed the importance of budgeting and disciplined money management, saying that earning money without having a clear plan for its deployment could undermine efforts to achieve financial stability.

According to her, individuals should learn to “send their money on errands” by putting their resources into productive ventures and investments capable of generating further income and creating long-term value.

Adepoju further emphasised that genuine wealth creation requires patience, discipline and a willingness to make informed financial decisions rather than pursuing quick returns.

She urged individuals to develop a healthier and more intentional relationship with money, insisting that financial success should not be measured only by how much a person earns, but also by how effectively the money is managed, invested and multiplied.

She maintained that changing financial habits today could have lasting implications for families and future generations, encouraging Nigerians to begin building assets and income streams that can create opportunities beyond their immediate needs.

Her message was therefore clear: breaking the cycle of financial limitation starts in the mind, but building lasting wealth requires action, discipline, diversification and strategic investment.

Reviewing the book,Engr Nnena Nwezeh,Dr George and Mr Best Eke commended the author for profiling solutions to the financial challenges confronting both public workers, private and business owners in the country.

They described the book as a must read as the language used by the author is simple for easy understanding and reading , adding that budgeting and discipline are critical principles for financial breakthroughs and sustainability .

By: Amadi Akujobi

Education

UNIPORT Raises Alarm Over Fake Facebook Account Impersonating-VC

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2 weeks ago

October 12, 2026

The Tide

The Management of the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) has alerted members of the public to a fake Facebook account allegedly impersonating its Vice-Chancellor, Professor Chike Princewill R. Chike.

The university said the operators of the unauthorised account had reportedly been sending messages to unsuspecting members of the public in the name of the Vice-Chancellor.

In a press release dated October 9, 2026, and signed by the Head of Information, Publications and Public Relations, Dr Sam Kpenu, the institution categorically stated that the Vice-Chancellor does not operate a Facebook account.

The university described the account as fraudulent and warned members of the public against engaging with its operators or responding to messages purportedly sent by the Vice-Chancellor through the platform.

It advised the public not to send money, disclose personal or financial information, or engage in any business transaction with the operators of the account.

UNIPORT further dissociated the Vice-Chancellor and the university’s Management from the account and any activities carried out through it.

The institution urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report the fake account to Facebook to prevent unsuspecting individuals from falling victim to the alleged fraudulent activities.

It also advised the public to verify information concerning the university and its officials through recognised communication channels.

The university directed members of the public to its official website, www.uniport.edu.ng, for authentic information and updates.

Reiterating its warning, the university urged the public to disregard the account and exercise caution when receiving messages from individuals claiming to represent the Vice-Chancellor.

By: Akujobi Amadi

Education

RSU Disowns Viral Image of Flooding at University Main Gate

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2 weeks ago

October 12, 2026

The Tide

The Rivers State University (RSU), Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, has dismissed as false and misleading an AI-generated image circulating on social media platforms, alleging that the university’s main entrance and surrounding areas have been flooded and rendered inaccessible.

In a press release dated October 9, 2026, and signed by the Registrar, Dr. Idanyingi I. Daminabo, the university management clarified that the institution was not flooded and that its main entrance remained accessible.

The university stated that the image, which had been widely circulated on social media, did not reflect the actual situation on campus.

According to the management, the university remains open and continues to welcome members of staff, students, parents, prospective students, guests and organisations interested in engaging or partnering with the institution.

The management urged members of the university community and the general public to disregard the image and refrain from sharing or amplifying unverified information capable of generating unnecessary fear and disrupting the institution’s activities.

It also cautioned individuals deliberately circulating false information about the university to desist from such acts and be mindful of the consequences of spreading misleading reports.

The statement further encouraged members of the public to obtain information about the institution exclusively through officially recognised communication channels.

These channels, the university noted, include its official website and verified social media platforms.

The management reiterated its commitment to providing accurate information to the public and urged all stakeholders to verify claims before sharing them online.

By: Akujobi Amadi