Education

2022 UTME: JAMB Targets 1.5m Registration ….As Candidates Commend Efforts

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4 years ago

March 7, 2022

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has said that it is targetted at registering 1.5 million candidates for the 2022 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
The Registrar, JAMB. Prof. Ishaq Oloyede disclosed this during the Registration Monitoring Exercise in Bwari, Abuja,Thursday.
Oloyede, said however that so far it has registered over 500,000 candidates, expressing hopes that it would meet its target of 1.5 million candidates before its deadline fixed for March 26, 2022.
While revealing that the board planned to register at least 50,000 candidates per day, Oloyede said it has succeeded in registering about 70,000 in two days.
Oloyede noted that the exercise had been mostly successful, stating however that 99 percent of the problems encountered by candidates were self-inflicted as they played themselves into the hands of fraudsters.
The JAMB registrar who warned the candidates against divulging their codes to third parties further urged parents to ensure that their children read and follow the registration instructions carefully to avoid being victims of fraudsters.
Oloyede said” so far, so good, we have registered over 500,000 candidates. We are expecting about 1.5 million or thereabouts. We still have more than 12 days to go and if things continue to move smoothly, we plan to register 50,000 per day. Two days ago, it was over 70,000. We believe today we should be able to register 70,000″.
“I am happy you were able to talk to candidates who had problems. You saw that 99 percent of the problems were self-inflicted and it is because they played into the hands of fraudsters. As they divulge their codes to these third parties, they use their information to manipulate their profiles to their detriment and even go back to blackmail them”, he stated.
Some candidates confirmed to
TheTide in PortHarcourt that the registration exercise has less hitches as against the past and urged the board to continue in its efforts for a total hitch free exercise.

By: Lady Godknows Ogbulu

Education

UNIPort Senate Grants Two-Year Amnesty to U2010–U2018 Students

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2 weeks ago

May 18, 2026

The Tide

The Senate of the University of Port Harcourt Rivers state has approved a special two-year amnesty for students admitted between the 2010/2011 and 2018/2019 academic sessions who were unable to complete their programmes within the stipulated period.

This was contained in a statement by the university public relations officer,Dr Sammy Kpenu and made available to the tide over the weekend in port Harcourt.

The statement stated that eligible students are expected to submit formal applications addressed to the Vice Chancellor through their respective Heads of Department for review and necessary consideration.

The statement further stated that the approval provides a renewed opportunity for affected students to return, regularize their academic status, and successfully complete their studies.

According to the statement the amnesty also offers a fresh opportunity to students who had issues related to overstaying or other challenges that forced them to discontinue their programmes, to return and complete their academic pursuits.

The statement however said that the deadline for submission of applications end on 31st May, 2026 and therefore urge the affected students to take full advantage of the window the amnesty provided to realise their academic dreams.

Education

Education Commissioner Seeks media collaboration in Rivers

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2 weeks ago

May 18, 2026

The Tide

The River State Commissioner for Education, Dr Peters Nwagor has called on media practitioners in Rivers State to deploy their various communication platforms toward promoting government programmes and policies aimed at achieving sustainable development in the education sector. Dr. Nwagor made the appeal when members of the Etche Ethnic Practicing Journalists (EEPJ) paid him a courtesy visit in Office in Port Harcourt. The Commissioner emphasized the strategic role of the media in shaping public perception, promoting government initiatives, and supporting policies capable of improving the quality of education and human capital development in the state. According to him, constructive media engagement remains essential in creating public awareness on educational reforms, students’ welfare, infrastructural improvements, and other interventions being implemented by the state government. Speaking on the recent appro

Education

“FPOG Bonny Deepens Learning With Hands-On Expedition to NLNG Nature Park”

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1 month ago

April 27, 2026

The Tide

Academic expeditions and excursions take learning beyond the classroom, fostering personal growth, cultural understanding, and hands-on engagement with history, science, and nature. For the Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, such outings are a strategic tool for bridging theory with practice.

On Saturday, April 18, 2026, the Department of Science Laboratory Technology led students on an academic excursion to the NLNG Nature Park in Bonny. The team was led by the Head of Unit, Elizabeth Jumbo, alongside Ikor Peter, Usman Thaha, and Elekwachi Progress. The trip was designed to connect classroom instruction with real-life experiences.

According to the department, the excursion sought to deepen learning by linking theoretical knowledge with tangible, real-world exposure. The exercise also aimed to enhance student engagement and retention while promoting social-emotional skills such as collaboration and empathy. It further catered to diverse learning styles among the students.

Academic excursions offer clear benefits. Abstract concepts become concrete when students encounter them firsthand. A history lesson comes alive in a museum, while scientific principles are better understood in natural settings. Such interactive experiences are often more memorable than text-based learning alone.

The outings also build critical soft skills. Trips foster self-confidence, teamwork, communication, and resilience. They broaden cultural awareness and perspective by exposing students to new environments and ideas. For many, the experience sparks curiosity, promotes empathy, and can even influence future career paths.

At its core, the goal is to make learning personal, relevant, and interactive. The Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny says it is committed to providing a compass to academic excellence through active learning, consistent organization, and holistic student well-being. The SLT excursion reflects that approach in action.