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NGO Trains Students On Oil Spills

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A non-governmental organisation, Stakeholders Alliance for Corporate Accountability, SACA, has intensified efforts in training of students of  Bayelsa State schools on effects of oil spillages.
The Tide learnt that as part of SACA’s campaigns against the dangers associated with spills, it kick-started and has since concluded a five-day training of pupils and students of both public and private schools in the state.
The Tide reports that the training programme tagged: ‘A 5-day child safe guarding training of C-club members from 20 schools’ had no fewer than 400 students of primary and secondary schools. Across the state in attendance.
Speaking to newsmen shortly after the exercise,Executive Director, SACA,Mr Kingsley Ozegbe described the effects of oil spill on pregnant mothers,their foetus and young children as deadly.
He noted that various studies by notable foreign and local agencies have shown that the damages incurred by oil spills on the environment and human life far outweighs the ephemeral gains associated with the multinationals operating in the Niger Delta region.
Ozegbe hinted that the NGOs quest towards having an oil spill-free Niger Delta and children safe from the hazards inherent in the event of spills had made SACA to partner the Bayelsa State Ministries of Education, Health and Environment for the purposes of fast tracking the sensitisation against oil spills.
He averred that outside SACA’s partnering the trio of the government’s ministries, they have had cause to also collaborate with the Catholic Education Board as well as the national association of proprietors of private schools,NAPPS,just as he commended an Irish Organisation (MISCEAN CARA  for providing funding for the training of the students,saying this stems from its desire to put to an end the deadly effects of oil spillages in the Niger Delta.
“This training for students was necessitated by MISCEAN CARA of Ireland’s unpretentious desire to partner SACA and other well meaning bodies and individuals towards ending as well as safeguarding children from the effects of spillages”, he said.
The Education Ministry described the NGOs activities as a ‘no mean feat’, assuring that they were willing to partner the organization in carrying out its sensitization programme to greater heights within the limits of support the Ministry can give.

By: Ariwera Ibibo-Howells, Yenagoa

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

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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

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UNIPORT Raises Alarm Over Fake Facebook Account Impersonating-VC

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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

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RSU Disowns Viral Image of Flooding at University Main Gate

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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

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