Education
…Inaugurate Board Of Demonstration Schools
The Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE) has inaugurated a Board for its Demonstration Schools to last for the next two years on take-off in the next academic year later in the year.
Inaugurating the Board in his office, recently Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Ozomekuri Ndimele, said the schools which will be non-residential, will comprise an early childhood education centre, a primary and secondary school, and will be housed in the St. John’s Campus of the University.
While urging the Board to live up to its responsibility to drive all the procedures involved in establishing a world class school, he noted that selection of members of the Board was based on careful scrutiny and recommendation.
Describing the chairman of the Board, Dr. Anthonia Omehia, as “an experienced and successful school administrator,” he urged her to “bring her wealth of experience to bear” in her new assignment.
In her remarks, Acting Registrar of the University, Mrs Hope Keaniabarido Kueikoro, commended what she called the “laudable initiative” of the VC, and urged the Board to ensure that the dream behind its inauguration is fulfilled.
She assured the Board of the support of her office towards ensuring effective discharge of its mandate.
On her part, chairman of the Board, Dr. Omehia, assured on the commitment of members of the Board to the task ahead, noting the essence of setting up the Board.
“A University of Education cannot be complete without a world class demonstration schools. The setting up of one is, therefore a step in the right direction,” she said.
Expressing happiness of what she tagged “numerous innovations of the VC, Dr. Omehia noted that on assumption of duty as VC, Prof Ndimele” did not leave anyone in doubt that he was prepared to change the fortunes of the university.”
The Board has as its Terms of Reference: To handle all processes and procedures to legitimize the school, draw up a budget for take-off, advertise and appoint a manageable workforce and to determine the salaries and wages payable to the personnel of the schools as is obtainable in other well-established private schools in the state.
It also includes: To supervise the finances of the schools, draw-up unique and peculiar curricular, bearing in mind the demand of the labour market and to pursue other creative ideas that will translate to a vibrant model school.
Education
‘Our Target Is To Go Beyond Academic Accomplishments’

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
Education
Niger Delta Students Suspend Protest Against NDDC In PH

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
Education
Administrator Inspects School

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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