Education

Don Charts Path To Human Dev …Harps On Laguage Stylistics, Synergy

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8 years ago

March 5, 2018

A Professor of Stylistics and English Pedagogy in the Department of English and Communication Arts, Faculty of Humanities, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Prof Daniel Ndubuisi Ogum says everything in human existence and activities are stylistically synergised with factor of time and space.
Professor Ogum stated this while delivering his inaugural lecture at the 9th inaugural lecture of the institution held at the university’s auditorium, last Tuesday.
He postulated that approaching human existence and activities from the perspective of the relationship with sign, style and space would be an easy way to solving the myriads of human problems and challenges in the society.
The Professor of Stylistics and English Pedagogy whose lecture centred on humanity in the externalised synergy of sign, space and styles: Advances and Thoughts, stated that change was the product of the degree of the manipulation of stylistic variables in sub-spaces of human endeavour.
According to him, a significant advancement in English Language teaching was a function of improvement in pedagogical stylistics, adding that the significance of stylistics varies within the sub-space.
He averred that the widening gap between the developed and the developing countries was as a result of the disparity in research, investments and proper utilisation of research outcomes.
“It is also the result of the unnecessary compartmentalisation of the knowledge sub-space of the human space” and called for reposition through the externalised synergy of significant sign in the human space and effective style.
The lecture presentation covered introduction, basic assumptions, conceptual analysis, style and stylistics fields of stylistics. Also covered in the lecture include the externalised synergy of sign space and style, contributions: My thoughts and Advances, Beyond the present. My Future Plan, Language and Capacity Development Centre (LACDEC).
Earlier in his speech, the Vice Chancellor of the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUOE), Prof Ozo-Mekuri Ndimele lauded the lecturer of his scholarstical presentation adding that he was overwhelmed by the turn out of the guests that witnessed the programme.
Ndimele used the opportunity to call on the development of indigenous languages in the country adding that language rules education.
He further decried the alarming rate for which local languages were going into extinction and added that if urgent steps were not taken to address it the situation, he said may lead to the extinction of ethnic identities across the country.

Stories by Akujobi Amadi

Education

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

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5 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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5 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.