Education

Holy Rosary College Seeks Partnership For Sports

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12 years ago

February 24, 2014

Authorities of the
Holy Rosary College, Port Harcourt have appealed to individuals, corporate bodies and philanthropists to partner with the school in the area of sports development.
Principal of the College, Barr Veronica Efika who made the call Saturday, at the forth edition of the school’s inter-house competition, challenged Old Girls of the school, parents and guardians to build sports facilities such as football pitch, basket ball and tennis courts among others.
“We need you to partner with us for the proper development of these children, intellectually physically, and morally”, the principal said.
Efika stated that sports have come to be valued not just for entertainment and improvement of physical well-being but also for the exposure, fame and wealth that come with it.
Chairman of the event, Rev Tony Osakuni Obi called on schools, Ministry of Education and Sports as well as other stakeholders not to relent in developing sports for the balanced education of the child.
Rev Obi who traced the history of inter-house Sports to England noted that the idea has become prevalent among common wealth countries as students avail themselves of the opportunity to showcase various talents through physical and mental competition.
The man of God agreed with the principal on the need for partnership with Holy Rosary in developing sports for the proper development of the students.
In his remark, the Chairman, Catholic Education Board, Port Harcourt Diocese, Rev (Fr) Joseph Kabari lauded the management of the school for hardwork and dedication to duty stressing that the importance of sports cannot be over-emphasised in the development of the total child.
Kabari who was the Special Guest of Honour reiterated the commitment of the board to the upliftment of education in the society irrespective of the denomination or religion.
At the end of the competition, Red House emerged over all winner with a total of 200 points, Blue House came second with 156 points while the third position went to White House with 146 points.

L-R: Representative of Japan International Cooperation Agency, Mr Tetsuo Seki, representative of the Minister of Education, Mr Michael Ofor and Director-General, National Teachers Institute, Dr Aminu Sharehu, at the Strengthening Mathematics and Scinece Education (SMASE) Sensitisation Forum in Abuja, recently.

Chris Oluoh

Education

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

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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week 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