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Pay Your Fees, Or Go Home, VC Tells IAUOE Students
The Vice Chancellor (VC) of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUOE), Port Harcourt, Prof Ozo-Mekuri Ndimele, says only students who pay their fees are allowed to remain as students.
Ndimele, who stated this during the 12th Matriculation ceremony of the institution at the weekend, stated that all other students who were unable to pay their fees before the deadline of June 12, 2021, were no more students of the institution.
In his welcome address at the occasion, Ndimele explained that a total of 16,759 candidates opted to study in the university during the last Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination, out of which 5,985 were admitted.
However, at the close of the school’s portal at midnight on June 12, 2021, only 5,391 candidates had accepted the admission, while 4,840 had paid their fees and duly registered.
“As we conduct this matriculation, today, let it be clear to you that it is only those who have registered, who have been cleared, and who have paid all necessary fees and charges that are considered bona-fide students.
“If you have not followed this procedure, then, you’re not a student. You may have to return home in your best interest”, he said.
While telling the 4,840 students who have duly registered and matriculated as being lucky, he urged them to abide strictly to the rules and regulations of the school in all spheres.
The VC used the opportunity to state that the university has zero tolerance for cultism and other anti-social vices.
“If you’re a member of any cult group, please, decide today to denounce it. Do not allow anyone to force you into becoming a member of a cult.
“Come to us to report if you’re troubled by anyone. We run an inclusive and open door policy”, he charged.
While encouraging the matriculants to take their studies seriously, Ndimele stated that any student who can emerge as the best graduating student each year stands to get a N1million award.
He also stated that the institution has introduced “Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship Award” annually for students who obtain CGPA of 4.0 and above.
“The award comes with a certificate and cash award”, he said.
By: Sogbeba Dokubo
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has tasked troops of Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD to dominate the battlespace and intensify offensive operations against kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements in the North Central region.
Shaibu gave the directive yesterday during his maiden operational visit to the Headquarters, Joint Task Force North Central (JTF-NC), at Sobi Barracks, Ilorin.
This is contained in a statement by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col. Appolonia Anele, in Abuja, yesterday.
Shaibu said the Nigerian Army would remain resolute in its constitutional responsibility of safeguarding lives and property, stressing that troops must sustain pressure to decisively deny criminal elements freedom of action.
He assured personnel of continued deployment of combat enablers and operational resources to enhance clearance operations and dismantle criminal hideouts across Kwara and Niger states.
The COAS reaffirmed his commitment to troop welfare, noting that improved welfare remained critical to sustaining morale, operational effectiveness and combat readiness.
He urged the troops to remain disciplined, professional and loyal to the Constitution and the democratically elected government.
Earlier, the Theatre Commander, JTF-NC Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD, Maj.-Gen. Yakubu Yahaya, commended the COAS for his strategic leadership and support.
Yahaya assured that troops would remain committed and steadfast in restoring peace and stability in the region.
The Nigerian Navy says it is expanding training and infrastructure to address emerging security threats and strengthen operational efficiency across formations and units nationwide.
The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. Idi Abbas, spoke during the inauguration of projects at the Nigerian Navy Basic Training School (NNBTS) in Onne, Rivers as part of activities marking the Nigerian Navy’s 70th anniversary.
Abbas, represented by the Flag Officer Commanding, Naval Training Command (NAVTRAC), Rear Adm. Ebiobowei Zipele, said the projects reflected significant progress made by the navy since its establishment in 1956 from the British Royal Navy.
“Training and infrastructure have improved significantly to meet contemporary security challenges and fulfil the navy’s constitutional responsibilities.”
According to him, the anniversary provides the navy an opportunity to reflect on its achievements and contributions over the past seven decades.
Projects inaugurated included a remodelled female trainees’ hostel accommodating more than 500 occupants and an expanded golf course upgraded from one to nine holes.
Others were the NNBTS fuel dump, Chief Boatswain’s Mate House, renovated pharmacy department and a new theatre block at the Naval Medical Centre, Onne.
Abbas described the new theatre as a major milestone for the navy’s medical services.
“Previously, injured personnel requiring surgeries were referred outside the facility.
“With this theatre, surgeries can now be conducted within the base.’’
He added that a 30KVA inverter had also been installed to guarantee uninterrupted electricity supply at the training school.
The naval chief assured officers, ratings and trainees that the navy leadership remained committed to their welfare and wellbeing.
“These infrastructure upgrades show the commitment of the Chief of Naval Staff to addressing operational and welfare challenges promptly,” he said.
In addition, NAVTRAC distributed educational materials to pupils of Community Primary Schools One and Two, Ogale, in Ebubu-Eleme area of Rivers.
Items distributed included exercise books, school bags and other writing materials as part of the navy’s civil-military engagement initiative.
Zipele said the outreach was designed to strengthen relations between the navy and host communities while supporting children’s education.
“Education remains critical to national growth and youth empowerment. Some of these pupils may eventually serve in the Nigerian Navy,” he said.
He noted that the initiative demonstrated the navy’s commitment to educational development, peace, security and sustainable community relations.
Zipele urged the pupils to remain disciplined, focused and committed to their studies while embracing patriotism, integrity and hard work.
He thanked the Ebubu community for its continued support for the naval training command headquarters and the navy.
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