Education

Candidates Allege Mix-Up In JAMB Results

Published

11 years ago

April 20, 2015

Some candidates of the
just-concluded University and Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) computer-based Test (CBT) examinations have alleged that scores they got through SMS messages from the Joint Admissions Matriculation Board (JAMB) are different from the JAMB print-outs.
Some of them who spoke to The Tide on condition of anonymity explained that while they got above 200 in the evening of writing the examinations, when they go to get the print-out, they scored less than 200 and vise versa.
“I was really surprised”, a female candidate said, “when I got the text that evening after writing the test, I got 243. But when I went to get the print-out from a cyber café, my score was 172. How can that be?”, she queried.
She further explained that her effort to explanation from JAMB office yield no positive result.
Meanwhile, another male candidate expressed joy to The Tide having got above 230 from the print-out when the text message he received earlier stated that he had 178.
Explaining the situation, the zonal coordinator of JAMB in Rivers State, Mrs. Beatrice Etta-Nyiam said there was no discrepancy in the scores of candidates.
According to her, those complaining fall in the category of persons that sort to cheat by writing the make-up examinations, after they had written the first one.
“Some of them did the first test and know that they did not do well, come back to write the make-up test which was meant for only those who did not write the test as a result of lateness”, she explained.
While noting that the make-up test was only done in Rivers State, she explained further that most of those students that allege discrepancies in scores are the ones that did not do well in the CBT examinations.

Education

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

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1 day 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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1 day 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”

Published

3 weeks 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.