Education

IGST Launches Multi-Million Naira Research Equipment

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7 years ago

July 8, 2019

In a bid to promoteteaching and scientific research, the Institute of Geosciences and Space Technology (IGST) in the Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, has launched her maiden research equipment, after 39 years of existence.
Presenting the equipment on behalf of the IGST Board to the Vice-Chancellor of the University, last Thursday, 4th July, 2019, the Director of the Institute, Prof. Tamunoene Kingdom-Simeon Abam said that the research equipment which includes Air quality equipment, Water Quality equipment, some GPS facilities and complete MetOceans Station will enable the Institute carry out accurate and cost-effective research.
Prof. Abam noted that the need to procure the equipment was necessitated by the huddles postgraduate students go through, especially in hiring of equipment for their research. He explained that besides the huge funds spent for such equipment, the result from such researches may not be accurate.
The Director of the Institute stated that with the equipment procured from internally generated revenue raised from the Institutes’ Journal of Geosciences and Environmental Research, students would no longer hire equipment for their research, but would have access to standard equipment, adding that they would only be charged a stipend to maintain the equipment.
Prof. Abam further stated that the equipment would also be of great benefit to academic staff research as well as the supervision of students’ project, stressing that the Institute would now have access to all data from different parts of the country.
Unveiling the equipment, the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Blessing C. Didia commended the leadership of the Institute of Geosciences and Space Technology for prioritising the university above personal interest in using the funds generated from their journal to procure the equipment for the university.
Prof. Didia said that the gesture which has made the university proud, would further strengthen the gown and town relationship as the university is in a better position now to address the challenges of the environment through researches that would be carried out with the equipment.

Education

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

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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week 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