Education

MGSS, Rumueme Wins Competition

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15 years ago

October 24, 2011

Model Girls’ Secondary School, Rumueme has emerged the winner of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Debate competition.

Model Girls’ Secondary School, Rumueme, Model Secondary School, GRA and Archdeacon Brown Educational Centre, emerged finalists in the competition organized for both private and public scondary schools in Rivers State at MGSS Rumueme, Friday.

However, MGSS Rumueme emerged winner with 149 points, Model Secondary School, GRA took second position with 147 points while Archdeacon Brown Educational Centre (ABEC) came third with 142 points.

Speaking on behalf of Rivers State Government, Director of Science and Technology in the Ministry of Education, Mr. Elechi Nedinukah, commended the effort of PTDF for initiating the programme saying that it has gone a long way to energise and make the students to exhbit their hidden talents.

Mr. Nedinukah thanked the teachers who were able to nature the students to the finals and commended the students for remembering what the teachers taught them.

The Director of Science and Technology encouraged them to do more to enable the champions represent Rivers State well at the zonal level assuring them of state government’s support to complement PTDF’s effort in the state.

Also speaking at the event, on behalf of PTOF, resource person and consultant, National Mathematical Centre, Prof. Benjamin Oyelami, explained that the essence of organizing PTDF competition which was in three fold – quiz, essay and debate in science related subjects, is to “catch them young”, saying, “we want to catch them young so that we can groom and give them scholarship so as to be useful citizens in future”.

Prof. Oyelami, who advised the participants to read their books so as to perform well to make Nigeria great reminded the students that the nation’s hope lies in the youth.

PTDF spokesperson emphasised that the National Mathematical Centre was involved to ensure transparency so that people who emerged are true champions of the state who would represent Rivers State at the South-South Zonal level.

Eunice Choko-Kayode

Education

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

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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

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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