Education

Southernton Poly Matriculates 28 Students

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8 years ago

July 23, 2018

A total of 28 students matriculated at the maiden matriculation ceremony of Southernton Polytechnic, Egbeta-Ewoma in Bayelsa State.
The epoch-making occasion which took place at the lecture auditorium of the polytechnic, Yenagoa campus annex, last Friday had 16 students in the Department of School of Industrial Technology, nine in School of Craft and Design Technology and two in School of Home and Hospitality Management while one matriculated in School of Agro and Allied Production Technology.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Chairman, Governing Council and Pro-Chancellor of the polytechnic, King Nicholas Dickson Ibiebele Nimenibo, enjoined the pioneer students of the school to count themselves lucky and take their studies seriously.
King Nimenibo who is also the Amanyanabo of Ogu Kingdom in Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area of Rivers State opined that skills and vocational education is key to the nation’s development and further advised them to ensure they achieve their heart desires and come out successfully in their chosen careers to make the institute proud.
He charged the school authorities and lecturers to do their best in imparting good morals and educational upbringing to the students and assured that he would use his position to ensure that the school grows rapidly.
The Traditional Ruler thanked them for bestowing on his the chairman governing council and pro-chancellor of the institute and expressed profound gratitude, while assuring that he would do everything humanly possible to assist and commended the originator of the institute and the management for the honour done him.
At the ceremony, Chief Wokoma Amba-Kwani was also honoured as a member of the Governing Council while the portrait of the pro-chancellor and chairman, Governing council of the institute was also unveiled as part of the highlights of the day, while Chief Solomon Ibiayemie Koru of Bolo Kingdom was among dignitaries that attended the ceremony.

Collins Barasimeye

Education

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

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1 week 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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1 week 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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1 week 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