Education

Students Showcase Talent At Christmas Carol

Published

12 years ago

December 22, 2014

Students of ABEC group
of schools in Port Harcourt, last Thursday, showcased their talents in music, choreography and drama at the carol of nine lessons, organised by the schools as part of activities to celebrate this year’s Christmas season.
At Mary Virginia Nursery and Primary School, Iriebe, one of the schools under the ABEC group, the Orchestra comprising young pupils displayed artistic prowess in their vocal and instrumental presentations of the Christmas carol.
Also at Christy Toby Inclusive Educational Centre, another school under the ABEC group, physically challenged pupils made artistic presentations, such as reading the carol lessons with brail and choreography display.
Speaking to newsmen during the Christmas carol, Head Mistress of the Mary Virginia Nursery and Primary School, Mrs Betty Anorue, said developing the creative talents of children was a fundamental objective in the school to identify budding talents.
She said the Christmas carol was organised to make the children recognise and appreciate the birth of Jesus Christ.
In his remark, the Principal of Christy Toby Inclusive Education Centre, Dr. Oladayo Thompson, said the Christmas Carol was an annual event organised to give the children a sense of appreciation of the Christmas season and to mark the end of the year with fun and get together.
In his remark, the officiating Minister, Rev. Samuel Obialor, who spoke on the theme, “Power to become God’s Own,” said the Carol of Nine Lessons was a review of the prophetic declaration before the birth of Jesus Christ.
The cleric added that, “celebrating Christmas is the fulfilment of divine ordination and endorsement to become God’s own through Jesus Christ.
A grade I pupil, Chiwendu Wobiko, who spoke with The Tide, thanked the school management for organising the carol for the pupils to participate in the celebration of Christmas.
Another pupil, Dennis Uche, said the carol provided the children opportunity to have fun.
Highlights of the programme was special prayers for the school management, parents and Nigeria.

Taneh Beemene

Education

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

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3 weeks 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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3 weeks 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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3 weeks 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