Education

UNILAG Don Emerges Winner Of Rahamon Bello Award

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5 years ago

January 3, 2022

A lecturer in the Department of History, University of Lagos (UNILAG), Dr. Ajiola Felix, has emerged winner of Rahamon Bello Award for Best PhD Thesis in African studies.
The award-winning thesis is titled “Cocoa production and rural development in Idanre, Southwestern Nigeria, 1900-1996”. It was written under the supervision of Prof Olutayo Adesina in fulfilment of Ajiola’s doctorate degree in History at the University of Ibadan. A cash prize of $1,000 was presented to him at the grand ceremony.
The event was organised by The Institute of African and Diaspora Studies (IADS) in UNILAG.
He was unanimously selected as the overall winner among 24 applicants. The selection process was independently carried out by three renowned academics from United Kingdom, Kenya and Nigeria.
Dr. Joseph Kunnuji, a Post-doctoral Fellow at the University of Cape Town, South Africa, emerged second with a PhD Thesis in Ethnomusicology, titled, “A chronicle of cultural transformation: Ethnography of Badagry Ogu musical practices,” supervised by Prof. Sylvia Brainders, at the University of Cape Town, South Africa.
Dr. Louis Kusi Frimpong, a lecturer at the University of Environment and Sustainable Development, Somanya, Ghana, came third with PhD Thesis in Geography and Resource Development, titled, “Fear of crime in the Sekondi-Takoradi metropolis exploring the role of the built environment and community social organisation,” supervised by Prof. Martin Oteng-Ababio, Prof. Charles Wrangley-Asante and Prof. George Owusu at the University of Ghana, Legon.
Also given special recognition for his work was Dr. Mark Nartey of Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, whose PhD thesis was on “Discourse and political myth-making: A critical discourse study of Nkrumaism.”
IADS Director, Prof Muyiwa Falaiye, in his remarks, said the ‘initiative was aimed at encouraging and appreciating intellectuals, whose doctoral theses address African and diaspora issues while promoting intellectual and multi-disciplinary research works in African Studies.
He added that the overriding goal of the institute is to provide a platform for all academics in Nigeria, Africa and the diaspora to discuss and proffer solutions to problems of the people.

Education

Abia State University Screens First Class Graduates From The 30-32nd Convocation For Employment

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6 days 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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6 days 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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6 days 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