Education

2,000 Rivers Teachers To Benefit From Promotion Arrears

Published

11 years ago

December 7, 2015

An estimated 2000
teachers in Rivers State are billed to be paid their promotion arrears from 2009 – 2010.
Some of the affected teachers disclosed this to The Tide midweek, stating that they had been assured by the State Government.
Two of the teachers, who spoke on condition of anonymity, stated that they had gone through the verification exercise which ended last week following the appointment of an 11-man committee by the State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike to investigate the non-payment of promotion arrears of teachers/staff of Senior Secondary School Board from 2009 and 2010.
“We have suffered since 2009 due to the non-payment of our promotion arrears. Nothing was done about it even when we made all efforts for the previous government to pay us.
“That is why we are happy that just few months after his being sworn in as Governor (Gov) Wike has decided that he is going to pay us. The fact that he listened to our short plea is indicative that he will pay”, they said.
When The Tide contacted chairman of the 11-man committee, Dr Godpower A. I. Nwogu, he affirmed that the committee was working assiduously to ascertain the genuine cases in order to make their report to the Governor.
Dr Nwogu, who is a commissioner II, in the State Civil Service Committee revealed that as at press time about 1500 teachers had been confirmed and that the number is likely to increase to 2000 and beyond.
The Tide’s investigation revealed that following the inability of the previous leadership of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) in the state to pursue the payment under the immediate past government, the present NUT leadership met with the State Governor on the issue.
Sequel to the meeting, the Governor set up the 11 –man committee to carryout a verification exercise to ascertain the actual number of teachers involved.
Other members of the committee are: Sir Mike Elechi, John Bamson, Ohuo Uche Uche Fred and Nkpogene O. Lucky.
Others are Okechukwu Nwadiukwu, Ody Patience Azubuike and Cyril Amaewhule. The rest are Nwala Innocent, Douglas, T. G. as well as Kinikanwo Elechi.

SogbebaDokubo

Education

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

Published

1 month 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

Published

1 month 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

1 month 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