Education
Teachers’ Relations Protest Non-Payment

A coalition of widows and next of kin to late primary school teachers in Akwa Ibom State last Monday took to the streets to protest alleged government’s failure to keep to its promise on the payment of gratuities and pension to its members for a long time now.
The group alleged that government in a bid to stop the proposed protest had gone on air to announce the commencement of payment on Monday, adding that government was not sincere about the payment.
The retired teachers who stormed Government House as early as 8am displayed placards of various inscriptions.
Some of the inscriptions read, ‘We don’t want radio payment again’, ‘Government is not sincere about payment of our gratuities and pension’, among others.
Speaking with newsmen shortly after the protest, Secretary of the Coalition, Mr Benjamin Benson, explained that they came out to protest because government’s information about payment was an impromptu one.
“Today, we wanted to sleep here at the gate of the Government House until they pay. But we want to give government the benefits of the doubt,” he said
The Chief of Staff to the Governor, Mr Ephraim Inyangeyen, who addressed the protesters, pleaded with them and promised that payment could only be guaranteed on Wednesday.
In another development, the Akwa Ibom State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria has commended the state governor, Udom Emmanuel, for inaugurating laudable projects and programmes in the state.
In a statement on Monday, CAN noted that it was imperative to commend the governor on what he had achieved since he assumed office in order to encourage him to do more.
The statement read in part, “The administration of Governor Emmanuel has touched virtually all sectors of the state’s economy, including aviation, commerce, agriculture, sports, industrialisation as well as provision of infrastructural facilities across the length and breadth of the state.
“So, it is imperative that the landmarks recorded under Emmanuel be so recognised, in order to give him the fillip to do even more before handing over the baton come 2023.”
According to the statement, the association further gave their support to the governor on other unfinished projects in the state.
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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