Education

ABU Alumni Salute Wike’s Giant Strides

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10 years ago

February 29, 2016

Candidates for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (utme), at the entrance of Top Ville College, venue of the utme computer based test in Igbo-Olomu, Ikorodu in Lagos on Saturday.

The Rivers State chap
ter of the Alumni Association of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, has described the Governor of Rivers State, Chief Nyesom Wike as an apostle of the rule of law, who has made giant strides in governance within such a short time in office.
The commendation was made by the branch Chairman, Mallam Adamu Mamman Kontagora, during a courtesy visit on the recently retired Chief Judge of Rivers State, Justice Daisy Okocha in Port Harcourt.
Kontagora said posterity will be kind to Wike for putting an end to the crisis in the Rivers State judiciary by appointing the first female Chief Judge and opening the courts after nearly one year of closure.
The alumni chairman, who was accompanied by Professor Jessica Ezekiel-Hart, Mr. Ralph Amabipi, and Mr. Daerego Somiari, and other members of the alumni, congratulated retired Justice Daisy Okocha on her invaluable contributions to the advancement of the judiciary, citing the establishment of a biometric database and staff directory, judicial information system, provision of public conveniences for litigants, and resuscitation of medical services at the court premises during her tenure.
Kontagora said only personal commitment; exemplary devotion and selfless service could have taken Justice Okocha to the enviable career height of Chief Judge of Rivers State.
In her response, the retired Chief Judge, Justice Daisy Okocha, gave God all the glory on her retirement after 35 years of service to Nigeria through the Rivers State Judiciary.
Okocha, who is an alumnus of the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, also commended Wike for being the instrument used by God to fulfill His purpose in her life, and described the governor as a true Bar man with unparalleled respect for the rule of law.
It would be recalled that Justice Daisy Okocha joined the Rivers State Judiciary as a Magistrate in 1981.
A glorious career on the bench was crowned with her retirement on January is, 2016, as the first female Chief Judge of Rivers State.

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