Education

WAEC Centre Approval: Proprietress Applauds Wike …As School Honours Teachers, Students

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10 years ago

July 25, 2016

The Proprietress of Dia
mond Stars International School, Port Harcourt, Mrs. Helen Oboka, has commended Rivers State Governor, Chief Nvesorn Wike for recently approving the school as a WAEC Centre for the 2016/2017 May/June Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE).
Mrs. Oboka, who made the commendation during the school’s graduation and prize giving day ceremony at the school’s premises within the Rumuosi axis of the ‘East-West Road in Port Harcourt on Wednesday indicated that the WAEC Centre approval had opened a new vista for the school in its avowed commitment to academic excellence and high standards, adding that the gesture was a clarion call for the institution to grow from strength to strength.
According to her, by granting the approval to the school, Governor Wike has shown that he is not only interested in education in Rivers State but is also a’ lover of qualitative education, having previously served the country as Supervising Minister of Education.
Mrs. Oboka further contended that the quest for the school to secure the WAEC Centre approval had been long and tortuous, having lingered for several years, and thanked Governor Wike for according such rare privilege to private schools in the state.
While also commending the governor for the development strides so far recorded by his administration, particularly in the education sector, the Proprietress thanked parents and teachers of the school for their commitment and dedication, stressing that students of the school had used the graduation/prize giving day ceremony to showcase all that they had learnt and acquired in the school.
Also speaking, the Principal of the school, Mr. Ogbilikana Awaji – Imam Anderson said the school, which was founded in September, 2008 had grown in leaps and bounds, both in terms of infrastructure and population of teachers and students, as it can today boast of over 40 teachers and 250 pupils and students.
According to him, “the school is a choice destination for academic excellence and qualitative education, a citadel of learning where champions erupt”.
Based on this, he said, the Rivers State Ministry of Education considered it necessary to approve the school as a WAEC Centre after series of inspections.
Mr. Anderson, therefore, urged parents to avail themselves of this opportunity and register their children and wards for the May/June 2017 Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE), disclosing that the school had set academic standard in quiz competition, essay writing and Spelling Bee National Competition, in which students of the school represented Rivers State in Lagos.
The high point of the occasion was the presentation of prizes to outstanding teachers and students. Among the teachers honoured include Mrs. Perpetua Ifeanyi Ejiogu, Best Form Teacher, Mrs. Elizabeth Irogbundu, Most Punctual Teacher and Mrs. Samuel Kpoturu, Most Dedicated Teacher.
The Senior Prefect of the school, Master Victor Ebi smiled home with the Best Dressed Student, Mathematics/Science Quiz Competition and Outstanding Academic Performance prizes while Miss Sharon Secondus carted away the Spelling Bee Competition prize.

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Education

UNIPort Senate Grants Two-Year Amnesty to U2010–U2018 Students

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4 days ago

May 18, 2026

The Tide

The Senate of the University of Port Harcourt Rivers state has approved a special two-year amnesty for students admitted between the 2010/2011 and 2018/2019 academic sessions who were unable to complete their programmes within the stipulated period.

This was contained in a statement by the university public relations officer,Dr Sammy Kpenu and made available to the tide over the weekend in port Harcourt.

The statement stated that eligible students are expected to submit formal applications addressed to the Vice Chancellor through their respective Heads of Department for review and necessary consideration.

The statement further stated that the approval provides a renewed opportunity for affected students to return, regularize their academic status, and successfully complete their studies.

According to the statement the amnesty also offers a fresh opportunity to students who had issues related to overstaying or other challenges that forced them to discontinue their programmes, to return and complete their academic pursuits.

The statement however said that the deadline for submission of applications end on 31st May, 2026 and therefore urge the affected students to take full advantage of the window the amnesty provided to realise their academic dreams.

Education

Education Commissioner Seeks media collaboration in Rivers

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4 days ago

May 18, 2026

The Tide

The River State Commissioner for Education, Dr Peters Nwagor has called on media practitioners in Rivers State to deploy their various communication platforms toward promoting government programmes and policies aimed at achieving sustainable development in the education sector. Dr. Nwagor made the appeal when members of the Etche Ethnic Practicing Journalists (EEPJ) paid him a courtesy visit in Office in Port Harcourt. The Commissioner emphasized the strategic role of the media in shaping public perception, promoting government initiatives, and supporting policies capable of improving the quality of education and human capital development in the state. According to him, constructive media engagement remains essential in creating public awareness on educational reforms, students’ welfare, infrastructural improvements, and other interventions being implemented by the state government. Speaking on the recent appro

Education

“FPOG Bonny Deepens Learning With Hands-On Expedition to NLNG Nature Park”

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4 weeks ago

April 27, 2026

The Tide

Academic expeditions and excursions take learning beyond the classroom, fostering personal growth, cultural understanding, and hands-on engagement with history, science, and nature. For the Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, such outings are a strategic tool for bridging theory with practice.

On Saturday, April 18, 2026, the Department of Science Laboratory Technology led students on an academic excursion to the NLNG Nature Park in Bonny. The team was led by the Head of Unit, Elizabeth Jumbo, alongside Ikor Peter, Usman Thaha, and Elekwachi Progress. The trip was designed to connect classroom instruction with real-life experiences.

According to the department, the excursion sought to deepen learning by linking theoretical knowledge with tangible, real-world exposure. The exercise also aimed to enhance student engagement and retention while promoting social-emotional skills such as collaboration and empathy. It further catered to diverse learning styles among the students.

Academic excursions offer clear benefits. Abstract concepts become concrete when students encounter them firsthand. A history lesson comes alive in a museum, while scientific principles are better understood in natural settings. Such interactive experiences are often more memorable than text-based learning alone.

The outings also build critical soft skills. Trips foster self-confidence, teamwork, communication, and resilience. They broaden cultural awareness and perspective by exposing students to new environments and ideas. For many, the experience sparks curiosity, promotes empathy, and can even influence future career paths.

At its core, the goal is to make learning personal, relevant, and interactive. The Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny says it is committed to providing a compass to academic excellence through active learning, consistent organization, and holistic student well-being. The SLT excursion reflects that approach in action.