Education

JAMB Extends UTME, DE Registration, Gets Candidates’ Applause

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5 years ago

May 17, 2021

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has extended the deadline for the ongoing 2021 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) registration exercise by two weeks.
Consequently, the registration would end on May 29 with the examination commencing on June 19 and to end on July 3rd.
Announcing the extension, the Registrar, JAMB, Ishaq Oloyede said the decision followed a widespread reports on the delay in the registration process among candidates of the 2021 UTME.
In their separate reactions, candidates of the examination who spoke to The Tide in PortHarcourt, yesterday, expressed delight over the extension. The candidates stated that there had been a lot of hiccups in the process of registration which they said had delayed their registration and lauded the JAMB for it’s understanding.
A UTME candidate, Ebuka Williams said so far, can see such understanding by JAMB. Of a truth, there are so many challenges in this year’s registration especially with the introduction of the National Identification Number (NIN) as part of the registration process and trust our technology system here. Now, it is network problem and another time they cannot upload and all that”.
Mowan Eneirene said the extension would not only provide them with the opportunity to meet up with the registration but also enable them to prepare academically to tackle the challenging JAMB questions.
On her part, Ledibabari Lekia, a Direct Entry candidate who said she had finished her own registration and waiting for the examination stated, however, that the extension was needful considering the evolving challenges in the registration process particularly for new candidates.
“I think the challenges are increasing by the year and by the day. Just when you think you are getting through with the process, you just discover that there is yet another hurdle to jump. Even though some of us are through with ours and waiting eagerly for the examination proper, I still want to commend the JAMB for it’s understanding and quick intervention by the extension which will give every candidate ample time to go through the process and finally sit for the exam. That way, it will not be a time wasted because at a point, some of us were scared that we will not meet up”, Lekia said.

By: Lady Godknows Ogbulu

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