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Students Want STEM Introduced At Primary Level 

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Some students have underscored the need to introduce Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) in their curriculum right from the primary level to stimulate their interest in the fields.
They stated this on Saturday at the STEM showcase organised by the Pan African University of Life and Earth Sciences Institute (PAULESI), University of Ibadan, in collaboration with Co-Creation Hub (CCH) to mark the African Union Day celebration.
It was gathered that the 110 students, mainly drawn from both secondary and primary schools in Ibadan were introduced to Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, 3D design and scientific-practical to solve real-life problems.
Anuoluwapo Okunneye, a JSS III student of UCH Staff School, Ibadan, said learning on how some scientific practical work and what he can do with it was exciting for him.
“I learnt about things like crafts and other robotics that can be made with scraps at home, thereby recycling what was initially considered as waste.
“I learnt in practical ways how mechanical energy turns to mechanical and the light energy that can be used to power appliances.
“This is an edge for me to start thinking of how to deploy all I have learnt to solve problems in my environment, especially the problem of waste management,” Okunneye said.
Another student, Inioluwa Ireniyi, a JSS II student said “the event has opened my mind to the fact that I can be an engineer, that STEM is not only for males, but that I can excel there too.
“That I can be an inventor also and I would like to solve the problem of light for Nigeria by inventing a machine from renewable sources that switches itself on whenever there is a power outage.
Isabella Akinyede, a Primary Four pupil of Richmab International School, said she was fascinated about how robotics and artificial intelligence were used to make things work.
“I would like to become a medical doctor in the future and use the knowledge I am gaining in STEM to make things better,” Akinyede said.
Also, Michael Oladunjoye, a Primary Six pupil of Rolis International School, Ibadan said he would like to become a physicist and the event has further stimulated his interest in STEM.
“I would like to develop more in this field and also build machines that will ease work when I grow up,” Oladunjoye said.
In her address, the Director, PAULESI, Prof. Titilayo Akinlabi, said as a professor of Mechanical Engineering, there was the need to encourage many more students, right from their tender age into STEM.
According to her, this would turn them into solutions providers and make them compete favorably with their counterparts worldwide, especially girls whose numbers are few in the STEM field.
“For the young girl-child here today, for you to know that it is possible to be a woman and excel in STEM fields and even be at the top of your career,” Akinlabi said.
In an interview, Mr Abraham Akpan, the Programme Manager, Co-Creation Hub, said that the company organised community engagement projects for communities and stakeholders to drive technology toward problem-solving in the country.
According to him, the programme focused on students from age 10 to 16 years old, to have firsthand knowledge of what STEM was all about.
“As technology and youths are taking over our world, students need to have hands-on knowledge and this is our way of contributing and impacting our world,” Akpan said.

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ENUC President tasks ASTEC foundation Schools on dedication, value oriented teaching 

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March 23, 2026

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ASTEC Foundation Schools (AFS) owned by the seventh_ day adventist church had the distinct honour of hosting   the President of the Eastern Nigeria Union Conference (ENUC), Pastor Onyebuchi Thomas Opara, on his first official pastoral visit to the institution Owerrita in Abia state, recently.
The visit which  marked a significant moment in the history of the school, featured  the dedication of the newly landscaped roads, dedication of renovated buildings and the consecration of pupils and staff.
The ENUC President who was accompanied   by the President of the Aba North Conference (ANC), Pastor Henry Emeka Nwankwo, further emphasized  the importance of the visit and the strong support of the Church leadership toward the advancement of Adventist education.
It is noteworthy that Pastor Onyebuchi Thomas Opara also serves as the Chairman of the Board of Management of ASTEC, demonstrating his deep commitment to the institution’s progress and mission.
Addressing the teachers students and pupils of the college at Owerrenta in Abia state over the weekend,Pastor Opara charged the teachers to see themselves as missionaries within the school system, emphasizing the need to model Christ-like character and values before the pupils entrusted to their care.
 He encouraged them to regard their profession as a divine calling, shaping both the intellectual and spiritual lives of the learners.
In his welcome address, the Principal of ASTEC, Pastor Ahaoma Chigozirim Nwanma, PhD, warmly received the distinguished guests. He expressed heartfelt appreciation to the ENUC leadership for their continued support and commitment to the growth of the Adventist  institution and humbly solicited their prayers for the staff and pupils.
The Headmistress of ASTEC Foundation Schools, Mrs. Charity Nwankwo, delivered the vote of thanks, and  expressed  deep gratitude to Pastor Opara for his  pastoral visit and dedicatory prayers. She also acknowledged Pastor Henry Emeka Nwankwo and the ASTEC community  leadership team for their consistent support, guidance, and commitment to the development of the Foundation Schools.
A special recognition was accorded to the PTA Chairman, Hon. (MG) Uzoma George, for his invaluable contributions and steadfast support to the school.
The visit was graced by ASTEC  community leaders, as well as members of AFS staff and pupils, who gave a warm and enthusiastic reception to the visiting dignitaries.
The visit and dedication ceremony  reaffirmed  the shared commitment of the Church and school leadership to fostering a conducive learning  environment that promotes academic excellence, spiritual growth, and character development.
By: Akujobi Amadi
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Opobo Kingdom moves to incorporate Ibani Language Into School Curriculum, Takes Off April 

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In a bid to preserve the cultural heritage and promote the values of Opobo Kingdom, the Ibani Language will be reinstated and incorporated into the various communities and institutions of learning.
This reinstatement was declared by the Amanyanabo-Elect of Opobo Kingdom, Alabo Charles Douglas MacPepple-Jaja, Jeki VI , saying that the initiative  will take effect from next month
The Amanyanabo-Elect made this statement during his speech  recently in port Harcourt,where he stated that the initiative was a key component hinged on his five-point agenda.
The Monarch explained that the goal was to enhance the indigenous language and incorporate everyone at different strata including children and youths from ages 4-16.
The King Elect further added that, in order to achieve this, there would be deployment of modern multimedia tools to facilitate the process.
The Monarch also assured that research techniques will be deployed as there will be partnership with schools and communities across the Opobo clan.
He maintained that the execution of the project is a major step in the preservation of the Ibani Language and Cultural heritage of the people.
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NUJ demands strong actions in revamping education in Rivers

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Members of the Rivers State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) have taken bold steps regarding the deteriorating educational standards across the state and called for urgent government actions to stem the tide. They argued that both basic and secondary schools across the 23 local government areas of the state require state government action towards restructuring the highly decayed infrastructure.
This was part of the eight-point communique reached at the end of the special congress of the union in Port Harcourt to mark the first-year anniversary of the present union leadership in the state. The union observed that if no immediate government action is taken to address the infrastructural decay in public schools in the state, the educational future in the state will be a mirage.
The communiqué signed by
Mr. Paul Bazia -Nsaneh
Chairman NUJ Rivers State Council ,
Ijeoma Tubosia Ph.D
Secretary NUJ Rivers State Council , and members of the
Communique Drafting Committee.
Dr. Justice Ihunwo – Chairman ,
Dr. Joy Grant-Amadi – Secretary and
Mr. Chukwudi Ejimofor – Member reaffirmed the position of the union on the state affairs and the nation at large.
The union also urged the state government, as a matter of urgent public concern, to commence the immediate employment of new teachers to fill the gaps caused by the dearth of teachers, stressing the need to post the would-be new teachers to local communities that are lacking teaching manpower.
Recently, the newly appointed Commissioner for Education in the state, Dr. Peters Nwagor, reaffirmed his commitment to implementing transformative education with the sole purpose of achieving inclusive and equitable learning across the state.
We hope that the commissioner will match his words with action and swing into action to give schools in the state a breath on new academic life.
By: Akujobi Amadi
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