Education

VC Urges Free, Fair SUG Elections

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9 years ago

May 22, 2017

Vice Chancellor (VC) of the Rivers State University (RSU), Professor Blessing Didia, has called on the Electoral Committee (ELECO) for the 2017 Students Union Government (SUG) elections to be impartial throughout the process of the elections into the Executive Council, Students Representative Council and Students Judicial Representative Council.
The VC, who gave the charge recently during the inauguration of the electoral committee, noted that the peaceful disposition enjoyed by the university since 2015 when the present administration came on board, was largely due to the peaceful conduct of SUG elections.
Professor Didia, who was represented at the inauguration ceremony by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor Boma Magnus Oruwari, called on the 12-member ELECO to work in accordance with the SUG Constitution and ensure that all qualified students who indicate interest to serve in the SUG are given equal opportunity to vie for any position in the union.
In his remarks, Chairman of the ELECO, and Dean of Students Affairs, Dr. Isaac Zeb-Obipi, assured Management of the University that the Committee would work according to the dictates of the SUG Constitution for the conduct of the elections, adding that the SUG, National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), National Union of Rivers State Students (NURSS), the University media and other independent bodies will serve as observers in the elections.
While noting that the inauguration of the ELECO by the management of the university was not alien to the students as it is clearly stated in the SUG Constitution, Dr. Zeb-Obipi stressed that the practice had made previous elections to be free, fair and transparent.
The Electoral Committee has meanwhile released guidelines and time table for the elections, which indicate that the elections will be by Electronic Voting through the University’s website on June 21, 2017 and is open to all registered students to vote and be voted for.
Other members of the ELECO are Dr. Emylia Jaja, Dr. E. O. Ekwulo, Dr. Chukunda Franklyn, Dr. Ndokiari Boisa, Mr. C. E. Haliday, Dr. Emeka Ekenta, Dr. Nimisoere Peace Batubo, Dr. Daibi Dagogo, Dr. Joy Amesi, Mr. Ephraim Omu and Mrs. Julie Wagoha.

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2 weeks ago

November 17, 2025

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Nigeria to Train Electric Vehicle Technicians through NOUN-Auto Clinic Partnership

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3 weeks ago

November 10, 2025

The Tide

The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has partnered with Auto Clinic Center to train electric vehicle technicians, in a bid to address unemployment and boost the country’s economy.

The partnership was announced during the virtual ceremony for the Course 2 of the certificate program in Electric Vehicle and Auto Diagnostics, held in Kaduna.

Professor Olufemi Peters, Vice Chancellor of NOUN, who was represented by Deputy Vice Chancellor, Technology Innovation and Research, Prof. Christine Ofulue, commended the innovative efforts of the Center and expressed gratitude to the partners and participants.

“This virtual flag-off of Course 2 of the Certificate in Electric Vehicles and Auto Diagnostics, facilitated by Centre for Human Resource Development (CHRD) of the university, is a collaboration between NOUN and the Auto Clinic Center, Abuja,” she said.

The registrar, National Open University of Nigeria, Mr. Oladipo Ajayi, expressed gratitude for the contributions and reiterated the significance of the program in preparing individuals for the future of e-mobility.

“We are committed to promoting skill-based education aligned with national and global needs,” he said.

The CEO of Auto Clinic Center, Nathaniel Okwesiri, emphasized the need to create professional mechanics through a combination of graduate and non-graduate training.

“We are grateful for this opportunity and we believe that this program will help to build a strong national capacity for electric vehicle repair and innovation,” he said.

Professor Shehu Usman Adamu, Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration, emphasized the importance of the Auto Clinic Training Initiative in preparing technicians for the emerging world of electric vehicles, aligning with Nigeria’s transition to cleaner and more sustainable mobility.

The keynote speaker, Prince Mustapha Mona Audu, CEO Electric Motor Vehicle Company (EMVC), highlighted the potential for Nigeria to become a leader in electric mobility, leveraging its large market and the continent’s need for sustainable transportation.

“Electric vehicles are the future, and Nigeria must be prepared to take advantage of this opportunity,” he said, announcing the donation of two electric vehicles to NOUN.

The event also announced upcoming programs in procurement management and professional child care, with the goal of fostering partnerships and addressing societal needs.

Education

Kenpoly begins 2025/2026 academic session

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3 weeks ago

November 10, 2025

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Management of the Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic Bori has announced fatestfor the commencement of its 2025/2026 academic session.

?A statement by the acting registrar of the school, ThankGod Anyim Abalubu said full academic activities will commence from Monday November 10, 2025.

?Accordingly, “all those who applied and have been offered provisional admissions into the various programmes of the Polytechnic in (National Diploma ND and Higher National Diploma HND) are requested to visit the Admissions and Registration Unit of the Registry as well as the Information and Communications Technology Centre (ICTC) for their Clearance and Registration, ” the statement said.

?The statement added that these category of candidates are required to complete all the processes of clearance and registration within one week as lectures will commence on Monday, 17th November, 2025.