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Doctors Want DVC To Improve Medical Education

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Medical Doctors under
the aegis of the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) branch of the Association of Specialist Medical Doctors in Academics (ASMDA) have called on the new Deputy Vice Chancellor (DVC) of the institution, Professor Hakeem Fawehinmi, to improve its medical education.
Making the call recently during a courtesy visit on the new DVC in his office, Branch Chairman of ASMDA, Professor Princewill Chike, recalled the contributions of Professor Fawehinwi when he was Acting Head of Department, Human Anatomy and Dean, Faculty of Basic Medical Services.
According to the branch boss, given his antecedents in his previous positions, the body has confidence that he is a suitable choice for the post of DVC.
“We are very impressed by your numerous achievements in the medical profession and sterling leadership qualities as former HOD of Human Anatomy, and Dean of the Faulty of Basic Medical Sciences.
“We have no doubt that you will bring the same tested leadership qualities you exhibited then to bear on your new position as DVC”, he said.
Professor Chike used the forum to urge Fawehinmi to use his position as DVC to “advance the cause of Medical education in the University (UNIPORT), which is your primary constituency”. “ASMDA”, he continued, “will continue to support you to succeed the same way we had previously done to you as our dean”.
In his response, Professor Fahehinmi, who was visibly elated, expressed gratitude over the visit, and support ASMDA has always given him.
“From the beginning of my career, I identified with you, and I wish to place it on record that I would not have been here today without your individual and collective support.
“I want to thank you for the excellent personal and working relationship that we have established in the faculty, which has continued to grow stronger by the day.
“Let me assure you that I will continue to uphold the high standards and ethnical values for which the Faculty of Basic Medical Services and the entire College of Health Sciences are known in and outside the university”, he concluded.

 

Sogbeba Dokubo

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‘Our Target Is To Go Beyond Academic Accomplishments’

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The Acting Vice Chancellor of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Prof. Okechuku Onuchuku, emphasised the need for students to go beyond academic achievements during the university’s 43rd Convocation ceremony.
The theme, “The University Culture In Practice, The IAUE Experience,” highlights the importance of embracing cherished traditions and intellectual values that define great universities.
Prof. Onuchuku encouraged the new graduates to work hard and persevere, noting that their convocation marks a new beginning in their careers and personal lives. He emphasised that they must prove themselves worthy of the certificates and prizes they have received.
According to him, out of 2,887 first-degree graduands, four made First Class, 403 secured Second Class Upper, 2,030 got Second Class Lower, and 450 graduated with Third Class. Additionally, 1,492 postgraduate students graduated, including 306 PhD holders.
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (Rtd), praised the university’s commitment to academic excellence and institutional maturity. He commended the Acting Vice Chancellor for achieving full accreditation for 47 academic programmes and implementing the NUC’s Core Curriculum Minimum Academic Standards.
The administrator urged the new graduates to uphold the positive values instilled in them by the university and strive for continuous knowledge and improvement.

By: King Onunwor

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Niger Delta Students Suspend Protest Against NDDC In PH

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The Niger Delta Students Union Government, Rivers State Chapter (NIDSUG), has suspended its planned protest against the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) state office in Port Harcourt. The suspension followed an intervention by the state Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga Adepoju.
The students had planned to protest on Thursday, citing alleged neglect by the NDDC, particularly in welfare and capacity-building programmes for students from the state. However, after the police intervention, the students agreed to participate in a roundtable discussion with the commission to address their concerns.
NIDSUG leader, Comrade Loveday Njoku, expressed dissatisfaction with the commission’s alleged exclusion of students from benefiting from its programmes. He presented a seven-point demand, including the reintroduction of scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Njoku emphasised that education is crucial for community development and urged the commission to invest in the future leaders of the state.
The students warned that if their demands are not met, they will resume the protest and occupy the state commission office until their demands are addressed. Despite previous attempts to reach out to the commission’s management team, the students claimed their efforts were unsuccessful.

By: Akujobi Amadi

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Administrator Inspects School

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As part of efforts to improve the welfare and overall quality of education for students in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, the Sole Administrator, Sir (Dr.) Clifford Ndu Walter DSSRS, FCAI, JP, paid an unscheduled visit to Universal Primary School, Rumukwurusi.
During the visit, Sir Walter expressed deep concern over the deplorable state of the school and its surrounding environment. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the development of the education sector, stressing its critical role in nation-building.
“I have visited the primary school in Ogbogoro, and now I’m here at the Universal Primary School, Rumukwurusi. I am not satisfied with what I’ve seen,” he stated, indicating that more surprise visits to schools would follow.
To address the issues, the Sole Administrator directed the Council Engineer to commence process for rehabilitation of the school.
The visit was part of a broader initiative aimed at conducting on-the-spot assessments of educational facilities to determine the level of intervention required by the local government council.
Dr. Walter also assured the teachers of his unwavering commitment to revamp the school and improve the learning environment for both staff and students.

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