Education

Ignatius Ajuru Varsity Gets New Rules

Published

14 years ago

December 14, 2012

The Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE), Rumuolumeni, Rivers State now has a new
University status.

The status is all about a set of rules
and regulations that would effectively govern the administration of the
institution such as the appointment of
Vice Chancellor, staff discipline and financial regulations among others.

It woud be recalled that Ignatius Ajuru
University of Education attained a university status in 2009 following a law
passed by the State House of Assembly and assented by Governor Chibuike Rotimi
Amaechi but has been operating with its former status as College of Education.

Speaking at the unveiling and signing
of the new status held at the university’s auditorium Tuesday, the
Pro-Chancellor and the Chairman of the school’s governing council, Dr. Dominic
Anucha said “the collection of the new status of the university underscores the
commitment of the council to ensure that the university becomes the best in the
country”.

Dr. Anucha, a former deputy governor in
the state averred that with the signing of these collections of principles and
rules” the institution has fully attained University status and called on the
management of the institution to ensure that the new status was implemented for
the development of the institution.

Also speaking on behalf of the council
members, Iroanwusi Godwin (Jnr.), noted that the new status was a landmark
achievement by the council adding that issues relating, to the governance of
the schools welfare and effective management of the school has been addressed
in the new status.

He urged the leadership of the
institution to ensure that the rules and regulations were followed accordingly
noting that the problem of every public institution in the society was
implementation.

In their separate speeches, Dr. Vincent
Asuru Representative Senate and Dr. Jane Onwugbuta, Dean, Faulty of Sciences
thanked the leadership of the university for approving the new status adding
that it would serve as a turning point in the institution.

Earlier in an interview with newsmen,
the Acting Vice Chancellor, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE),
Prof. Rosemund Yienye Green Osahogulu said the signing of the status was a
great success achieved by the leadership of the institution, adding that the
new status provides among other things how the Vice Chancellor of the
institution will be appointed, staff discipline and financial regulations.

She assured of the readiness of the
institution’s management to ensure full implementation of the new status.

Education

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

Published

4 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

Published

4 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

Published

4 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