Education
NAOC Commissions Library, Classrooms
In a bid to boost human capacity development and conducive learning environment in its host communities, the Nigerian Agip Oil Company (NAOC) has commissioned a school library and a six classroom block in Bayelsa and Delta States, respectively.
Speaking at the commissioning of the respective school library/furniture at Ologoama community-in Nembe Local Government Area of Bayelsa State and a –six classroom block at Irri Grammar School, Irri, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, NAOC General Manager, District Giovanni Salvini, represented by the Public Relation, Communication and Government Laison Manager, Prince Nwachuku Obi, said that the library and furniture will –enhance the reading capacity of the people, as the six classrooms will improve the learning condition of the students of the school.
He urged the respective communities to make optimum utilisation of the projects, protect the facilities and maintain the existing peace in the area.
In an address presented by the Ologoama Community Development Committee (CDC) Chairman, Pastor Orifielate Adaminegbe and read by Magnus Alpheus, Agip was commended for encouraging human capacity development through the provision of a library with furniture, in the area. He however, appealed for the rehabilitation of the health centre and provision of ambulance boat, to address cases of emergency in the community.
While in Irri, the community President, Engr Dickson Edugbo, expressed gratitude over the commissioning of the Six classroom block in the school, noting that it will go a long way to alleviate classroom shortages experienced in the school.
He drew the attention of NAOC to the Cottage Hospital, Primary School block and other projects sited in the area by Agip that deserves commissioning and called for the review of the MoU with the company.
The representative of the Isoko South Local Government Council Chairman, Head of Personnel Management, Sammy Iheme, while commending NAOC for complementing councils towards provision of conducive academic environment, he urged Agip to make the school a model by fencing the school and providing a science labolatory for the students.
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.