Education

RSG Restates Commitment To Sustainable Education Dev

Published

13 years ago

March 18, 2013

The Rivers State Government has expressed readiness to ensure the sustainability of all the investments it has so far made in the development of education.

The Governor, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Amaechi, made the declaration at a One-day stakeholders’ forum on Education Policy 2012 Port Harcourt recently.

The Governor, who was represented by the Secretary to the Rivers State Government, Hon. George Feyii, stated that the sustainability of the state education policy would be achieved through proper management of schools using available human and material resources.

He stressed that the government would provide educational guidelines and laws that would assist in the proper management of schools from the kindergarten to the university level.

In an address, Rivers State Commissioner for Education, Dame Alice Lawrence-Nemi, said the forum was organised to present the draft document of Rivers State Education Policy 2012, and the Rivers State School-Based Management Committee’s Policy and Guide Book for stakeholders’ review and input.

Dame Lawrence-Nemi expressed optimism that the education policy would be a consensus document aimed at satisfying the educational aspirations of both government and the public.

The commissioner called on stakeholders in the state to lift education to its highest level in terms of infrastructure, management and quality, as according to her, “education for all is the responsibility of all.”

Also speaking, chairman of the occasion, Emeritus Prof. Tekena Tamuno, stated that the need for sustainability of Rivers State education policy could never be over-emphasised.

He recommended a policy time-frame of about five years before it could be reviewed.

Stakeholders who offered their views unanimously agreed that adequate funding of the Universal Basic Education (UBE) would help the policy achieve its desired objectives.

Dignitaries at the forum include the Vice Chancellor of University of Port Harcourt, Prof. Joseph Ajienka, Vice Chancellor, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Prof. Rosemund Green-Osahogulu, Rector, Rivers State Polytechnic, Bori, Sir Obiankor Wolu-Elechi, Rector, Rivers State College of Arts and Science, Dr. Hillary Wordu, Chairman, Senior Secondary Schools Board (SSSB), Chief Allwell Onyesoh, Chairman, Rivers State Universal Basic Education Board (RSUBEB), Sir Alli Oruitemeka and other board members.

Eunice Choko –Kayode

Education

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

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4 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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4 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

4 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