Education

Association Harps On Qualified Teachers

Published

14 years ago

October 15, 2012

The Rivers State Chapter of the National Association of
Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), has harped on the need to employ
qualified teachers as members of the association so as to proffer lasting
solution to the nagging challenges in the education sector.

The state chapter of the group, Dr. Peter Harrison, said
this last week while briefing newsmen in Port Harcourt as part of the
activities to mark this year’s NAPPS day.

Harrison regretted that school operation has become all
comers affairs, thereby encouraging quackery in the system.

He explained that professions like law, medicine and others
have those registered with them as their members.

According to him, several school owners are not registered
with NAPPS, saying that such people are putting the lives of the children on
line as they lacked the requisite teaching knowledge.

The NAPPS leader also hinted that government would soon come
up with conditions that would checkmate the activities of intruders in the
system.

Those that would meet up with the conditions he said, must
be teachers or ex-teachers who are duly registered with the National Teachers
Council (NTC) who are also members of NAPPS.

The Tide gathered that NAPPS are faced with over 10
different forms of taxation, with the hotbed at Obio/Akpor, Ikwerre, Eleme,
Oyigbo and Port Harcourt City Councils.

He stressed that such levies/taxes are not so in other
states, adding that his association has taken the matter to the Rivers State
House of Assembly for consideration.

About the Rivers State government’s moves to have all
business premises in the state registered with the Ministry of Commerce and
Industry, he said negotiation is still on, while calling on members to resist
moves to pay money to any group.

He was optimistic that government has recognised NAPPS
contribution in education development, as he appealed with members to maintain
such tempo.

It would be recalled that NAPPS has set aside every October
12, as its celebration day.

Education

UNIPort Senate Grants Two-Year Amnesty to U2010–U2018 Students

Published

2 weeks ago

May 18, 2026

The Tide

The Senate of the University of Port Harcourt Rivers state has approved a special two-year amnesty for students admitted between the 2010/2011 and 2018/2019 academic sessions who were unable to complete their programmes within the stipulated period.

This was contained in a statement by the university public relations officer,Dr Sammy Kpenu and made available to the tide over the weekend in port Harcourt.

The statement stated that eligible students are expected to submit formal applications addressed to the Vice Chancellor through their respective Heads of Department for review and necessary consideration.

The statement further stated that the approval provides a renewed opportunity for affected students to return, regularize their academic status, and successfully complete their studies.

According to the statement the amnesty also offers a fresh opportunity to students who had issues related to overstaying or other challenges that forced them to discontinue their programmes, to return and complete their academic pursuits.

The statement however said that the deadline for submission of applications end on 31st May, 2026 and therefore urge the affected students to take full advantage of the window the amnesty provided to realise their academic dreams.

Education

Education Commissioner Seeks media collaboration in Rivers

Published

2 weeks ago

May 18, 2026

The Tide

The River State Commissioner for Education, Dr Peters Nwagor has called on media practitioners in Rivers State to deploy their various communication platforms toward promoting government programmes and policies aimed at achieving sustainable development in the education sector. Dr. Nwagor made the appeal when members of the Etche Ethnic Practicing Journalists (EEPJ) paid him a courtesy visit in Office in Port Harcourt. The Commissioner emphasized the strategic role of the media in shaping public perception, promoting government initiatives, and supporting policies capable of improving the quality of education and human capital development in the state. According to him, constructive media engagement remains essential in creating public awareness on educational reforms, students’ welfare, infrastructural improvements, and other interventions being implemented by the state government. Speaking on the recent appro

Education

“FPOG Bonny Deepens Learning With Hands-On Expedition to NLNG Nature Park”

Published

1 month ago

April 27, 2026

The Tide

Academic expeditions and excursions take learning beyond the classroom, fostering personal growth, cultural understanding, and hands-on engagement with history, science, and nature. For the Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, such outings are a strategic tool for bridging theory with practice.

On Saturday, April 18, 2026, the Department of Science Laboratory Technology led students on an academic excursion to the NLNG Nature Park in Bonny. The team was led by the Head of Unit, Elizabeth Jumbo, alongside Ikor Peter, Usman Thaha, and Elekwachi Progress. The trip was designed to connect classroom instruction with real-life experiences.

According to the department, the excursion sought to deepen learning by linking theoretical knowledge with tangible, real-world exposure. The exercise also aimed to enhance student engagement and retention while promoting social-emotional skills such as collaboration and empathy. It further catered to diverse learning styles among the students.

Academic excursions offer clear benefits. Abstract concepts become concrete when students encounter them firsthand. A history lesson comes alive in a museum, while scientific principles are better understood in natural settings. Such interactive experiences are often more memorable than text-based learning alone.

The outings also build critical soft skills. Trips foster self-confidence, teamwork, communication, and resilience. They broaden cultural awareness and perspective by exposing students to new environments and ideas. For many, the experience sparks curiosity, promotes empathy, and can even influence future career paths.

At its core, the goal is to make learning personal, relevant, and interactive. The Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny says it is committed to providing a compass to academic excellence through active learning, consistent organization, and holistic student well-being. The SLT excursion reflects that approach in action.