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IAUE Approves PTS, Eleme As Affiliate

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Authorities of the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE), Rumuolumeni,  Port-Harcourt have approved the Pentecostal Theological Seminary (PTS) Eleme, as affiliate of the university.
The Memorandum of Understanding which is the climax of the processes towards academic affinity of the two institutions, was signed on behalf of the Ignatius Ajuru University by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ozo-Mekuri Ndimele and the Registrar, Mrs Hope Keaniabarido Kue Ikoro, while the President and Registrar, Prof. Paul Ajah and Rev. Elijah Opoju respectively, signed for the Pentecostal Theological Seminary.
Speaking shortly after the endorsement of the Memorandum of Understanding, last  Wednesday
at the Rumuolumeni’s Main Campus of the university, the Vice Chancellor Prof. Ndimele, noted that the gesture was a hallmark of partnership in the business of academics.
He urged the authorities of Pentecostal Theological Seminary to strictly adhere to the terms of the Memorandum of Understanding, rules and policies of the university and enjoined them to always consult the university in their academic transactions until they attained their independence.
“We (Ignatius Ajuru University), were affiliate of the University of Ibadan for several years and we always went to Ibadan and every decision we took we consulted them. So if you fly alone we will deny you, but if you consult us we will not deny you.
“In doing your admission consult us, in matriculation consult us, in creating new programmes consult us, but in graduation they (the students) must come here. If you need us to help you teach some of the courses, you can consult us”, he said.
He assured the authorities of the Seminary that the university would always give support to them in addressing every challenge the institution would face and expressed the delight of the university in undertaking the affiliation agreement.
“We are happy to have you as a religious affiliate to help pray us out of problem, so whenever we have a problem we will run to you”, he enthused.
In his speech, the Chairman Board of Directors of Pentecostal Theological Seminary, Rev. Dr. John EJekwu assured that the Seminary would abide by the policies and terms of the Memorandum of Understanding and solicited the support of the university towards the sustainability of the affiliation while expressing the readiness of the Seminary to always consult and justify the confidence reposed in it.
High point of the occasion was the handing over of copy of Memorandum of Understanding to the Chairman Board of Governors of Pentecostal Theological Seminary, Dr. John EJekwu.
Those present include, the Seminary’s Vice President Academics, Rev. Alikor; Vice President Students Affairs, Rev. Kalu N. Kalu; and head of the Legal team, Barrister Obed.

 

Igbiki Benibo

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

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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.
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Education Commissioner Seeks media collaboration in Rivers

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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

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IAUE  holds 44th convocation May 8–9 

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Ignatius Ajuru University of Education will hold its 44th Convocation Ceremony on May 8 and 9, 2026, the University Senate has announced.
Executive Governor of Rivers State and Visitor to the University, Siminalayi Fubara, approved the dates.
The award of First Degrees and presentation of prizes will hold on Friday, May 8, while Postgraduate Degrees will be conferred on Saturday, May 9.
Chairman of Senate, Okechuku Onuchuku, announced the schedule during an emergency Senate meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at the University’s Postgraduate Hall, Rumuolumeni.
Onuchuku also said the University Council had ratified the promotion of 35 academic staff to the rank of Professor and 41 others to the rank of Reader.
*The newly promoted professors are:*
*Administration and Management Sciences*: Ikechi Prince Obinna, Consumer Behaviour and Sustainability Marketing; Chukwu Godswill Chinedu, Consumer Behaviour and Sustainability Marketing; Joy A. Mekuri-Ndimele, Consumer Behaviour and Sustainability Marketing; Dumo Nkesi Opara, Human Resource Management and Organisational Behaviour; Lawrence Amadi, Entrepreneurship and Strategic Marketing.
*Agriculture*: Eunice Ngozi Ajie, Agricultural Economics; Godswill Ibom Wilcox, Production Economics.
*Education*: Emmanuel Okwu, Library and Information Science; Love Nwamadi, Counselling Psychology; Ali Beatrice Onyebuchi Amadi, Early Childhood and Primary Education; Jerome Ibejika Wosu, History and Policy of Education.
*Humanities*: Grace Hart Lawrence, African Religion and Cultural Heritage.
*Natural and Applied Sciences*: Worokwu China Roland, Science Education (Chemistry); Constance Izuchukwu Amanah, Algorithms and Software Engineering; Comfort Emma-Elechi, Community Health Education and Promotion; Wokocha Gideon Azubuike, Science Education; Glory Godspower-Echie, Science Education; Nwala Longinus, Science Education (ITS); Daso P. Ojimba, Mathematics Education; Nchelem Rosemary George, Mathematics Education; Dagogo Franklin Ibim, Applied Geophysics.
*Social Sciences*: Leelee Nwiibari Deekor, Development Economics; Nzidee Williams, Development Economics; Iwarimie B. Uranta, Political Theory and Methodology; Dennis Reuben T. Ukpere, Rural Development and Resource Management; Poroma Lekia Celestine, Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management; Ngeh David Baride, Sociology of Development; Ebenezer Levi Odike, Sociology of Development and Social Work; Goodnews Wabah, Medical Sociology; Nwikpugi Bright Poronakie, Regional Development Planning; Ikechi Omenihu Okwakpam, Environmental Management.
*Vocational and Technical Education*: Paulinus Emennu, Industrial Technical Education (Mathematical Option); Joseph Onwuakalaegbule.
*Print style notes:*
1. *Lead first*: Who, what, when upfront — dates in para 1
2. *Dateline*: PORT HARCOURT in caps
3. *Numbers*: Figures above nine written as numerals, per AP style
4. *Attribution*: “said” used, titles before names on first reference
5. *Tight lists*: Semicolons separate full entries to save space
6. *No fluff*: Cut “executive”, “dedicated to”, “featured” — verbs carry weight
By: Akujobi Amadi
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