Education

School Rewards Exceptional Students, Staff

Published

13 years ago

July 29, 2013

D. C. International Royal
Academy, Rukpokwu in Obio / Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State celebrated its 9th end of year party and graduation ceremony last Thursday and presented various gifts and awards to its pupils, students and teachers.
Through the gesture, according to the proprietress of the school, Dr (Mrs) Chidinma Dokubo, the school had demonstrated that hard work, dedication to duty and commitment after all pay.
She said the honour done to the pupils, students and teachers of the school was a way to appreciate and motivate them to do more.
Dr. Dokubo thanked the parents and other guests for gracing the occasion, and promised that the school would continue to promote high moral and academic standards.
The Senior Prefect of the school (male),Master Nwafor Bright who also addressed the guests urged the graduating students to exhibit discipline, hardwork, excellence and honesty in their future endeavours, stressing that “it is the experiences you undergo as you embark on the journey of life that count”.
According to him, “it is important to utilise life experiences positively and learn from them.
He asserted that the graduating students had merely started on a path of self discovery going by a Chinese adage that a journey of a thousand miles starts with a step.
While further charging them to set the pace as they move into the larger society, he stressed the need for them to apply the Motto of the school,” Roses Out of Thorns,” saying ,”like the rose flower, you have the capacity to flourish in the midst of harsh environment and intimidating circumstances”.
Among those who received awards and gifts include Jennifer Ogbonna, Best Student in English Language in the SS2 category, Faith Iwuoha, Best Student in Chemistry, Umbatta Chisom(Mathematics) and Nwafor Bright (Further Maths).
In the SSl category, Jarnel Ejiro emerged the best student in Mathematics, English Language and Further Maths while Uzoma Steven emerged best in Physics and Ogu Esther was the best in the Daycare category.
Miss Ali Johnson bagged the Most Diligent Teacher Award while Mrs Joy Oluchukwu emerged the Best Dressed Teacher and Miss Juliet Nwafor got the Most Punctual Non- Academic Staff Award.
D.C. International Royal Academy was founded in January, 2004 and successfully organised its maiden Inter-House Sports on March 16, 2013.

Education

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

Published

3 days 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

3 days 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

3 days 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