Education

Special Adviser Applauds Move To Site RSU Faculty In Etche

Published

6 years ago

November 23, 2020

The Special Adviser to the Rivers State Governor on Rural Development ,Hon Andy Nwanjoku, has commended the state Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, on his administration’s desire to establish a faculty of the state university at Etche local government area before the end of his tenure, saying such noble decision is commendable as it will ignite the development potential that abound in the area as well as have positive impacts on both economic and social life of the people.
Hon. Nwanjoku stated this while speaking to The Tide yesterday in Port harcourt via telephone, saying that the governors pronouncement was in line with his administration’s commitment to ensure that every local government area in the State was carried along in the developmental agenda of the state government
He averred that the proposed siting of a faculty of the state university in the area had been a long expectation from every average Etche person ,adding that the project when completed, will enhance the educational development of the people as well as encourage the teeming uneducated youths in the area to have access to their age long dreams of higher education
He urged every well meaning member of Etche ethnic nationality to pray for the realisation of the project ,saying that the Governor has shown that Etche ethnic nationality occupied special place in his heart as well as his administration.
The governor’s aid advise the youths of the area to continue to be law abiding by shunning every negative tendency that will jeopardise the implementation and realisation of the sitting of the faculty in Etche land
“Let me thank the governor for this gesture; the idea is in line with the blue print of his administration to develop the entire state and it will spark up the development opportunities in the area”, he stated
It would be recalled that the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, said his administration will work to ensure that a faculty of the State University was established in Etche Local Government Area before the end of his tenure in 2023.
Governor Wike made the promise during a courtesy visit by the Etche -America Foundation, led by its President, Dr Richard Nwankwoala, at Government House, Port Harcourt on Friday.

Education

Abia State University Screens First Class Graduates From The 30-32nd Convocation For Employment

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8 hours ago

June 29, 2026

The Tide

In line with the directive of the Governor of Abia State and Visitor to the University, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, for the automatic employment of all First-Class graduates from the 30th–32nd Convocation Ceremony of the University, the Management on Wednesday, 24th June 2026, screened the eligible graduates who have completed their National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for the onward processing of their employment letters.

Speaking during the meeting, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ndukwe J. Okeudo, represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Professor (Mrs.) Roseline Ndimele, expressed delight at the outstanding academic achievements of the graduates. She noted that the University Management is proud of their accomplishments and remains committed to supporting excellence and rewarding hard work.

Professor Ndimele further added that graduates who have successfully completed their NYSC programme are eligible to submit their application documents, while those currently serving or yet to commence the programme should return upon completion of their service.

In his remarks, the Registrar, Dr. Acho Elendu, stated that the meeting was convened in adherence to the directive of the Governor and Visitor to the University, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR. He urged all prospective candidates to adhere strictly to the guidelines provided in order to avoid errors or misinformation during the screening process.

Recall that during the 30th–32nd Convocation Ceremony of Abia State University held on 27th March 2026 at the retrofitted University Pavilion, the Governor of Abia State and Visitor to the University, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, announced that all First-Class graduates from the three convocation sets would be retained as Graduate Assistants after completing the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

Education

Rivers State Begins 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination Wednesday

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8 hours ago

June 29, 2026

The Tide

The Rivers State Ministry of Education has announced that the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) will officially commence on Wednesday, 2026, across all public and private schools in the state.

In a statement issued by the Director of Examinations and Records, Pastor Gideon Nwachukwu Uboh, on behalf of the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Dr. Peters Nwagor, says school authorities across all Local Government Areas have been advised to ensure that their students are adequately prepared for the examination.

The statement further directed that schools in all Local Government Areas, except Obio/Akpor, should collect and return examination materials through their respective Zonal Education Offices.

It further directed Schools within the Obio/Akpor Zone to collect and return examination materials at the following custodial centres:

Obio/Akpor Zone I: Community Secondary School, Okoro-Nu-Odo

Obio/Akpor Zone II: State Primary School I, Rumuapara, Obio/Akpor Zone III: Community Secondary School, Ozuoba.

The Ministry also disclosed that the Rivers State Government has paid the examination fees for all candidates in public schools. It warned that any principal or teacher found extorting money from students in public schools under any guise will be sanctioned in accordance with the law.

Akujobi Amadi

Education

FPOG Bonny Announces Resumption Date For Second Semester Academic Session

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8 hours ago

June 29, 2026

The Tide

The Management of the Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, (FPOG) has announced the resumption of second semester from Monday 29th of June 2026.

A statement signed by Mr Anthony Ogbe, Senior Assistant Registrar/public Relations officer and made available to the tide advise.

Students to resume as announced and update their course registrations.

The statement further call them to take note of all academic deadlines for the semester , adding that timely resumption is essential to achieving the stated academic objectives.

According to the statement ,” the Polytechnic remains committed to academic excellence, innovation, and bridging the gap between theory and practice. Management has provided the necessary resources and environment to support staff and students in delivering impactful solutions.”

“Management looks forward to receiving all returning students and wishes everyone safe travels back to campus.”the statement added.

Akujobi Amadi