Education

NCCE Harps On UBE-Relevant Teachers

Published

16 years ago

January 24, 2011

The National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) is set to produce teachers relevant to the needs of the Universal Basic Education (UBE) scheme, its Executive Secretary, Prof. Mohammed Junaid, has said.

Junaid explained last Thursday in Zaria, Kaduna State, at the ongoing four-day enlarged critique workshop organised by the commission that necessary machinery had been put in motion for the accomplishment of its mission.

He also said the commis-sion planned to address the basic teacher needs in the basic education sector through a restructured minimum standard for the National Certificate of Education (NCE).

“A restructured minimum standard for the NCE will address the basic teacher needs so that any teacher training college will be able to produce teachers that are relevant to UBE needs,” he said.

“We want to produce teachers who can deliver the basic education curriculum more effectively.

“The restructuring followed mounting criticisms over the quality of NCE holders. We need to look closely into the teacher education curriculum and see what can be done to improve the quality of teachers.’’

The executive secretary further said that the commission had intensified efforts toward drafting a curriculum that would cover five areas of the UBE programme.

He listed the areas as Primary Education, Early Childhood Care Education, Junior Secondary School Education, Adult and Non-formal Education as well as Special Needs Education.

Junaid said the essence of the workshop was to ensure that the new curriculum for basic education in the fourth edition of NCE minimum standards was put to use by all NCE awarding institutions.

The workshop, he added, would work toward developing the framework for a new college structure and restructuring quality assurance instruments for programmes and institution accreditation for new programmes.

In an interview with our correspondent, Dr Jerry Agada, the Governing Board Chairman of the NCCE, gave the assurance that the draft curriculum would be made in such a way that it would allow for continuity in the system.

He appealed to the participants to make effective use of the opportunity to impact positively on the development of education in Nigeria.

Education

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

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3 weeks 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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3 weeks 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

Published

3 weeks 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