Education

Oil Firm Commissions Workshop In UNIPORT

Published

13 years ago

December 9, 2013

As part of its University
Assistance Programme (UAP) aimed at supporting youth development and capacity-building in Nigeria, Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited (EEPNL) , a subsidiary of Exxon Mobil, has formerly handed over a fully-equiped Geosciences Workshop to the Department of Geology, Faculty of Physical Sciences and Information Technology, University of Port Harcourt.
Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, the company’s General Manager, Operations Technical Geosciences, Mr Andrew Ejayeriese, said the donation would impact on the quality of Geoscience graduates turned out by the university.
The General Manager, who was represented at the event by the manager, Deep water Production Geoscience, Mr Goodluck Adagbasa, remarked that the company’s gesture would be followed by training of three personnel of the department to man the facility.
“The gesture is aimed at enhancing and complementing the skills of the lecturers, who in turn are expected to train students and other colleagues on the use of the equipment”, he said.
Mr Adagbasa, who also commended Schlumberger Nigeria Limited for providing the petrol interpretation software installed in the machines, mentioned the donated items to include hardware for high-end precision dual core, dell work stations, one external hard drive, 13 com, 16 ports switch, 8″ 24 flat screen monitors and a 30 KVA electricity generating set.
Noting that the equipment was similar to what was in use today in the exploration and exploitation of oil and gas in the petroleum industry, the company boss stressed the need to use it well for research.
Describing University of Port Harcourt as a centre of Excellence in Geosciences in the Sub-Saharan Africa, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Prof EtheIbert Nduka, who stood in for the Vice Chancellor Prof Joseph Ajienka thanked Esso for considering UNIPORT as one of the 18 universities in the country to benefit from the University Assistant Programmes.

Chris Oluoh

Cross section of students of School of the Handieapped, at the celebration/commemoration of the 2013 International Day of Persons with Disabilities in Port Harcourt, recently.
Photo: Chris Monyanaga

Education

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

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3 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

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3 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

3 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