Education

Poly To Consider Host Communities For Employment

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9 years ago

October 23, 2017

The authorities of Port Harcourt Polytechnic, Rumuola, Rivers State have pledged to support in the development of its host communities.
The Rector of the polytechnic, Dr Samuel B. Kalagbor gave this indication when he led the management team of the institution on courtesy visit to the Eze Oha Apara IV in Apara Kingdom, His Majesty, Eze Chike Anderson Amadi Worlu Wodo and the council members at the palace of the paramount ruler in Rumuigbo, Port Harcourt, recently.
Kalagbor stated that the institution was committed in the discharge of its social corporate responsibilities in order to add value to the development needs of its host communities, adding that the management of the polytechnic would liaise and consult with the traditional institution in the area for their contributions.
He told the traditional ruler that employment slots would be allotted to the kingdom when it receives approval for employment, adding that indigenes of the kingdom are part of the workforce in the institution.
“We will integrate our host communities when there is opportunity for us to employ. We will also create empowerment and training skills for our youths”, he added.
The Rector used the opportunity to call on chiefs and traditional rulers to take the message of the institution to their various clans, towns and communities to create the needed awareness so that youths from the kingdom can take the advantage of the polytechnic and improve on their educational standard.
The Rector while congratulating the monarch on his recent first class elevation also used the medium to thank the state government and the Ministry of Education for the change of the institution to a Polytechnic which, according to him, has impacted positively on the development of the school. Earlier in his response, the Paramount Ruler of Apara Kingdom, His Majesty, Eze Chike Anderson Amadi Worlu Wodo lauded the management of the institution even as he thanked the state governor for appointing an illustrious son of the kingdom as the pioneer Rector of the polytechnic.
The monarch advised the management team of the polytechnic to guard the institution jealously by working in unity.

Education

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

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2 days 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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2 days 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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2 days 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