Education

Petroleum Institute Matriculates 1,901 Students In Delta

Published

5 years ago

May 24, 2021

The Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Effurun, Delta State last Friday matriculated 1,901 students for its 2020/2021 academic session.
Acting Principal and PTI Chief Executive, Dr Henry Adimula, administered the matriculation oath on the students.
Adimula urged them to shun unlawful assembly as well as a protest on the campus.
He said that the management did not tolerate any social vices as spelt out on the institute’s handbook.
“Anyone caught would face the consequences,’’ the principal said.
He urged the matriculating students to take their study with all seriousness, which was their primary aim of coming to the institute.
The acting principal said that PTI, which was the foremost institute of oil and gas in Africa, was being reorganised in line with the current trend in the oil and gas industry.
He said that PTI being specialised for the training of manpower for the oil, gas and allied industries placed the students at advantage over their peers in other tertiary institutions.
“On behalf of the academic board, management and staff of PTI, I hereby welcome all the new students to this year’s combined matriculation of full-time and School of Industrial Continuing Education (Part-Time) programme of the 2020/2021 academic session.
“It may interest you to note that 2,831 candidates applied for admission for full-time programmes for the 2020/2021 academic session.
“You are privileged to be among the 1,901 candidates that qualified for admission based on requirements of the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board and the PTI Post-UTME requirements.
“The focus of your studentship should be academic excellence, innovations, resourcefulness and character development.
“You are to prepare yourself to be part of the leadership in Nigeria now,’’ Adimula said.
He said that the vision of the management team was to develop investors, technologists and hands-on personnel among the students to fill gaps in the industry in areas of development.
He said that the institute was partnering with several organisations to exchange ideas to provide platforms for staff and students to get better exposure to the latest developments in the oil and gas industry.
The acting principal assured that the management team would provide a conducive learning environment for the students based on the available resources and urged them to preserve the facilities.
“Your actions should be guided by the rules and regulations as stated in the students’ handbook, study, meditate and acquaint yourself with the institute’s rules and regulations as ignorance of this will not be accepted,’’ he advised.

Education

Break Free From Poverty Mindset, Build Multiple Income Streams — Dr. Adepoju ….Unveils Eight chapter books on financial independence.

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2 weeks ago

October 12, 2026

The Tide

An author and multi_ politialite Entrepreneur and strategist,Dr. Yemisi Lucy Adepoju has challenged Nigerians to break away from limiting beliefs about money and embrace deliberate wealth-creation strategies, stressing that financial freedom begins with a change in mindset.

Adepoju stated during a conversation and unveiling of the book “Broke AFTER PAY DAY? ””The hidden crisis killing Employees Dreams and how to break free held in port Harcourt over the weekend.

She spoke on agriculture, wellness and personal finance, said many people remain trapped in financial hardship because of inherited beliefs and attitudes that shape the way they perceive and manage money.

She identified beliefs such as the popular saying that “money does not grow on trees” as examples of mental conditioning that could limit people’s understanding of wealth creation.

According to her, individuals must consciously replace such limiting mindsets with ideas that encourage investment, entrepreneurship and long-term financial planning.

Adepoju said changing one’s financial circumstances requires more than simply earning a salary, urging workers to move beyond dependence on a single source of income.

The author particularly encouraged civil servants, corporate employees and other salary earners to explore additional legitimate income streams, stressing that agriculture, strategic partnerships and private equity investments could provide opportunities for building sustainable wealth.

She described agriculture as an important area that should receive greater attention from individuals seeking alternative investment opportunities, noting that the sector offers possibilities beyond traditional subsistence farming when approached with proper planning, knowledge and professional management.

The financial expert also stressed the importance of budgeting and disciplined money management, saying that earning money without having a clear plan for its deployment could undermine efforts to achieve financial stability.

According to her, individuals should learn to “send their money on errands” by putting their resources into productive ventures and investments capable of generating further income and creating long-term value.

Adepoju further emphasised that genuine wealth creation requires patience, discipline and a willingness to make informed financial decisions rather than pursuing quick returns.

She urged individuals to develop a healthier and more intentional relationship with money, insisting that financial success should not be measured only by how much a person earns, but also by how effectively the money is managed, invested and multiplied.

She maintained that changing financial habits today could have lasting implications for families and future generations, encouraging Nigerians to begin building assets and income streams that can create opportunities beyond their immediate needs.

Her message was therefore clear: breaking the cycle of financial limitation starts in the mind, but building lasting wealth requires action, discipline, diversification and strategic investment.

Reviewing the book,Engr Nnena Nwezeh,Dr George and Mr Best Eke commended the author for profiling solutions to the financial challenges confronting both public workers, private and business owners in the country.

They described the book as a must read as the language used by the author is simple for easy understanding and reading , adding that budgeting and discipline are critical principles for financial breakthroughs and sustainability .

By: Amadi Akujobi

Education

UNIPORT Raises Alarm Over Fake Facebook Account Impersonating-VC

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2 weeks ago

October 12, 2026

The Tide

The Management of the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) has alerted members of the public to a fake Facebook account allegedly impersonating its Vice-Chancellor, Professor Chike Princewill R. Chike.

The university said the operators of the unauthorised account had reportedly been sending messages to unsuspecting members of the public in the name of the Vice-Chancellor.

In a press release dated October 9, 2026, and signed by the Head of Information, Publications and Public Relations, Dr Sam Kpenu, the institution categorically stated that the Vice-Chancellor does not operate a Facebook account.

The university described the account as fraudulent and warned members of the public against engaging with its operators or responding to messages purportedly sent by the Vice-Chancellor through the platform.

It advised the public not to send money, disclose personal or financial information, or engage in any business transaction with the operators of the account.

UNIPORT further dissociated the Vice-Chancellor and the university’s Management from the account and any activities carried out through it.

The institution urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report the fake account to Facebook to prevent unsuspecting individuals from falling victim to the alleged fraudulent activities.

It also advised the public to verify information concerning the university and its officials through recognised communication channels.

The university directed members of the public to its official website, www.uniport.edu.ng, for authentic information and updates.

Reiterating its warning, the university urged the public to disregard the account and exercise caution when receiving messages from individuals claiming to represent the Vice-Chancellor.

By: Akujobi Amadi

Education

RSU Disowns Viral Image of Flooding at University Main Gate

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2 weeks ago

October 12, 2026

The Tide

The Rivers State University (RSU), Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, has dismissed as false and misleading an AI-generated image circulating on social media platforms, alleging that the university’s main entrance and surrounding areas have been flooded and rendered inaccessible.

In a press release dated October 9, 2026, and signed by the Registrar, Dr. Idanyingi I. Daminabo, the university management clarified that the institution was not flooded and that its main entrance remained accessible.

The university stated that the image, which had been widely circulated on social media, did not reflect the actual situation on campus.

According to the management, the university remains open and continues to welcome members of staff, students, parents, prospective students, guests and organisations interested in engaging or partnering with the institution.

The management urged members of the university community and the general public to disregard the image and refrain from sharing or amplifying unverified information capable of generating unnecessary fear and disrupting the institution’s activities.

It also cautioned individuals deliberately circulating false information about the university to desist from such acts and be mindful of the consequences of spreading misleading reports.

The statement further encouraged members of the public to obtain information about the institution exclusively through officially recognised communication channels.

These channels, the university noted, include its official website and verified social media platforms.

The management reiterated its commitment to providing accurate information to the public and urged all stakeholders to verify claims before sharing them online.

By: Akujobi Amadi