Education

RSU Hails Host Community On Varsity Dev

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6 years ago

June 24, 2019

The management of Rivers State University (RSU), Port Harcourt has expressed satisfaction with the cordial relationship that exists between the university community and its host community in the development of the institution
Vice Chancellor of Rivers State University, Prof. Blessing Chimezie Didia gave the indication while playing host to Rebisi Council of Chiefs from Port Harcourt City Local Government Area, led by HRH. Eze Christopher Wonodi.
The University administrator, thanked the traditional rulers for their sacrifice and commitment in the establishment and growth of the university and pledged the readiness of management to accord the community its due regard in the scheme of things.
The Vice Chancellor informed the visiting Rebisi Council of Chiefs that one of their illustrious sons, Mr. John C Akah was recently appointed as his Special Assistant to prove that the university appreciates the efforts of its host community.
Speaking earlier, the spokesperson of the delegation and Chairman, Rebisi Heritage Foundation, Mr. Oliver Wolugbom used the opportunity to congratulate the Vice Chancellor and his team for winning the National Tertiary Admission Performance Merit Award
Mr. Wolugbom said the visit was to rob minds with the management of the Rivers State University and also sign a Memorandum of Understanding that would strengthen and improve the existing cordial relationship between the University and its host community.
He lauded the Vice Chancellor for his giant strides in turning around the fortunes of the university and assured that the host community would continue to play its own supportive role to ensure the growth and development of the institution.

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4 days ago

November 17, 2025

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Education

Nigeria to Train Electric Vehicle Technicians through NOUN-Auto Clinic Partnership

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2 weeks ago

November 10, 2025

The Tide

The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has partnered with Auto Clinic Center to train electric vehicle technicians, in a bid to address unemployment and boost the country’s economy.

The partnership was announced during the virtual ceremony for the Course 2 of the certificate program in Electric Vehicle and Auto Diagnostics, held in Kaduna.

Professor Olufemi Peters, Vice Chancellor of NOUN, who was represented by Deputy Vice Chancellor, Technology Innovation and Research, Prof. Christine Ofulue, commended the innovative efforts of the Center and expressed gratitude to the partners and participants.

“This virtual flag-off of Course 2 of the Certificate in Electric Vehicles and Auto Diagnostics, facilitated by Centre for Human Resource Development (CHRD) of the university, is a collaboration between NOUN and the Auto Clinic Center, Abuja,” she said.

The registrar, National Open University of Nigeria, Mr. Oladipo Ajayi, expressed gratitude for the contributions and reiterated the significance of the program in preparing individuals for the future of e-mobility.

“We are committed to promoting skill-based education aligned with national and global needs,” he said.

The CEO of Auto Clinic Center, Nathaniel Okwesiri, emphasized the need to create professional mechanics through a combination of graduate and non-graduate training.

“We are grateful for this opportunity and we believe that this program will help to build a strong national capacity for electric vehicle repair and innovation,” he said.

Professor Shehu Usman Adamu, Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration, emphasized the importance of the Auto Clinic Training Initiative in preparing technicians for the emerging world of electric vehicles, aligning with Nigeria’s transition to cleaner and more sustainable mobility.

The keynote speaker, Prince Mustapha Mona Audu, CEO Electric Motor Vehicle Company (EMVC), highlighted the potential for Nigeria to become a leader in electric mobility, leveraging its large market and the continent’s need for sustainable transportation.

“Electric vehicles are the future, and Nigeria must be prepared to take advantage of this opportunity,” he said, announcing the donation of two electric vehicles to NOUN.

The event also announced upcoming programs in procurement management and professional child care, with the goal of fostering partnerships and addressing societal needs.

Education

Kenpoly begins 2025/2026 academic session

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2 weeks ago

November 10, 2025

The Tide

Management of the Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic Bori has announced fatestfor the commencement of its 2025/2026 academic session.

?A statement by the acting registrar of the school, ThankGod Anyim Abalubu said full academic activities will commence from Monday November 10, 2025.

?Accordingly, “all those who applied and have been offered provisional admissions into the various programmes of the Polytechnic in (National Diploma ND and Higher National Diploma HND) are requested to visit the Admissions and Registration Unit of the Registry as well as the Information and Communications Technology Centre (ICTC) for their Clearance and Registration, ” the statement said.

?The statement added that these category of candidates are required to complete all the processes of clearance and registration within one week as lectures will commence on Monday, 17th November, 2025.