Education

UNN Admits 6,000 New Students

Published

15 years ago

January 31, 2011

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) admitted 6,000 new students out of the 30,000 candidates who applied to it for the 2010/2011 session, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Bartho Okolo, has said.

In his address at the orientation of the new students recently in Nsukka, Enugu State, Okolo said

“It is not a small achievement that out of 30,000 candidates, you are among the lucky 6,000 that gained admission”.

Represented by the Deputy- Vice-Chancellor in-charge of Administration, Prof. Egbeka Aja, the vice-chancellor said’ ‘you have the privilege of being a bearer of great legacy.

“What you make of your stay here and thereafter as a graduate of this university would have a footprint for others,” he said in the address titled: “Make your bed wisely today for assured tomorrow”.

Okolo urged the fresh students to always aim high, accept their responsibilities and recognise their challenges to overcome them, as well as be focused if they wanted to succeed in their academics. “What you make of your stay here will determine the rest of your life. University is a place where you have freedom to do whatever you like but it is left for you not to abuse the freedom.

“Nobody will compel you to submit your assignments or go to church, which your parents normally compel you to do.

“However, you must avoid bad friends and read your books if you want to excel,” he counselled. In a remark entitled “Dare to Be Different,” Dr Chidi Onyi, a scholar and motivational speaker based in the U.S., reminded the new students that they were the architects of their destiny, noting that’ ‘the grade you will make on graduation starts now.

“If you want to achieve excellence or failure in life, you determine it yourself.

“You should use your admission to improve the society by working hard to justify your parent’s investment in you.”

Some of the students told our correspondent that they were grateful to God and their parents who made it possible for them to gain admission in UNN.

They promised to work hard to justify the confidence reposed in them by their families and the society.

Education

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

Published

3 days 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 days 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 days 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