Education
Lecturer, Others Launch Three Books
A senior lecturer with the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt Rivers State, Dr Priye Iyalla-Amadi, Elechi Amadi and Paul Onoja have launched three books.
The books namely, Kayolara and Un Homme Averti, translations of books depicting Fulani cultures written in French but translated in English Language were authored by Dr Priye Iyalla-Amadi and Elechi Amadi, while the simplified literature hand book, A Compendium of Literary Genres and Terminologies was authored by Dr Priye Iyalla-Amadi and Mr Paul Onoja.
Speaking at the launching of the three books held at the old lecture hall, main campus of IAUE last Friday, the chairman of the occasion, Prof. Dele Osahogulu, lauded the authors for a work well done.
Prof Osahogulu described the books as very important especially for students of language and communication studies.
Unveiling the books, the acting Vice Chancellor of IAUE, represented by the vice chancellor, Prof Lawanson Briggs while congratulating the authors, especially Dr Priye Iyalla-Amadi of the French department, stated that the even was remarkable and urged other departments in the school to emulate same.
In their various expressions, the book reviewers, Prof Iheanacho Akakuru, Prof F.A. Ogunleke and Dr (Mrs) Funmi Adesanya, commended the trio-authors for their resilience and commitment in ensuring that their hard works came to reality.
They affirmed that the authors did not damage the work of the original authors during the translation and recommended the books for students of English and French studies.
Earlier in an interview, the co-authors, Dr Preye Iyalla Amadi and Elechi Amadi averred that it was its benefit to society that propelled them to translate the book written in French to English language adding that the book is all about the way and life of Fulani-Yoruba culture.
According to them, the world is multi-lingua and there is an advantage in speaking more than one language adding that the books teach how the society should be.
Faith Nwobize
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
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
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.