Education

Union Protests LASPOTECH’s Crisis

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9 years ago

June 12, 2017

The Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Polytechnics (SSANIP) of the Lagos State Polytechnic (LASPOTECH) on Thursday staged a protest to the State House of Assembly, seeking intervention in the ongoing crisis rocking the institution.
The protesters, who chanted different solidarity songs, carried placards with various inscriptions to drive home their request.
Leading the protesters, the Chairman of SSANIP-LASPOTECH, Mr Awoyemi Abiodun, accused the Rector of the institution, Mr Oluyinka Sogunro, of highhandedness.
Abiodun told the Speaker of the House, Mr Mudashiru Obasa, that the rector had been taking decisions without recourse to the management staff.
“Sogunro does things without recourse to the governing council or to the executive management that are on the campus.
“As we speak, we used to conduct elections for the offices the Deans, but as soon as he got to power, deans were either selected or appointed because elections into the offices have been put to rest,” he said.
The union chairman said the school was also having problems with cult members, with a member of the Academic Staff Union Executive being beaten up by them on Wednesday.
According to him, the union has written several letters on the matter without positive response.
Abiodun, however, said he was confident the speaker would intervene in the matter.
Addressing the protesters, Obasa said that the House would investigate the matters without taking sides.
Obasa said: “I am very happy that your spokesmen noted that we don’t toy with issues that affect your institution. In the past, we have made promises and fulfilled them.
“I want to assure you that this one is not going to be an exception. We have not received anything in respect of your complaints.
“You have listed a number of complaints and I am assuring you that we will start acting on your petition if you have it here.
“We will take it up; we will step in as quickly as possible. Sogunro was appointed by the governor, give us opportunity to look into the matter and we will take a position without taking side; that I can assure you.”
He said that he would call on the Chairman, House Committee on Education to take the matter up.
Obasa urged the union members to consider the interest of the students and their parents, saying that the more they are locked out of the institution, the more the society will be negatively affected.
The Tide source gathered that the workers had gone on strike over non-payment of their allowances, among other reasons.
SSANIP’s action came as a result of the expiration of an ultimatum the union had earlier issued to the institution’s management over the payments.

Education

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

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19 hours 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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19 hours 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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3 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.