Education

ANCOPSS Decries Political Interference In Education Sector

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9 years ago

May 8, 2017

The All Nigeria Confederation of Principals, of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS), has condemned the current level of political interference in education sector, noting that it has only blown ill wind in the country’s education sector.
ANCOPSS, a professional association of principals of secondary schools in Nigeria, stated this last Friday at the 60th Annual National Congress, held at the Alfred Diete-Spiff Civic Centre, Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital.
Reacting to the recent degradation of the quality of education in the country in her speech, the National President of ANCOPSS, Principal Izuagie Anslem, said the body has agreed to stand against any form of political interference in the educational system, especially at the secondary school level.
“We will never keep quiet when our system is unduly interfered with. If we want success in the system, then let us maintain all due processes of appointment of a principal, promotion, posting and all the due processes involved in the management of a school, so that our principals can be at their best, and can discharge their duties without fear, while also ensuring that there is quality service delivery in their schools”, she said.
While noting that the current recession in the country has worsened things, Anslem said Nigeria has not progressed in education the way it should, hence the need to revisit the sector with a view to developing it to an enviable standard.
“In Nigeria, we are far from Uhuru and the situation is disturbing. From problems of over funding to policy somersault and paying lip service to educational growth, vision 2010 is now moribund, comatose and closed.
“Yet we hope to be one of the technologically advanced countries in the world. There is need to revisit our education summit to design the vision of Nigeria irrespective of individual effort of states to maintain the standard.
“As ANCOPSS, it is our cardinal responsibility to see to the development of secondary education in Nigeria as the balance of the tripod stand and I huge all stakeholders to be on the alert.
“The economic recession is injurious to the extent that budgetary allocation to education will further nose-dive and impoverish the sector. There is need for urgent steps to revamp our sector”, she emphasised.
Towards resolving these and other issues affecting the education sector in the country, ANCOPSS made recommendations at the end of the conference.
As part of its communiqué, ANCOPSS recommended that in as much as the principals in government schools have huge responsibilities to see that education is revived back to standard, government at all levels and stakeholders should ensure that the principals have the freedom to function effectively without any breach that might stand as distraction.
“Government at all levels should de-politize the appointment, posting and promotion of heads of schools, Government and stakeholders should put in place necessary in-built feedback mechanism that will guarantee continuity in educational policies, the communiqué stated.
In the same vein, it continued that “the UNESCO’s 26% funding policy on education should be adopted while prudent management of available resources is advised.
“Stakeholders in education should be more realistic in setting priorities in education related issues, while adequate enlightenment and sensitization should be put in place by stakeholders on the role of education”.

Sogbeba Dokubo

Education

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

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9 hours ago

May 18, 2026

The Tide

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.

Education

Education Commissioner Seeks media collaboration in Rivers

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9 hours ago

May 18, 2026

The Tide

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

Education

“FPOG Bonny Deepens Learning With Hands-On Expedition to NLNG Nature Park”

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3 weeks ago

April 27, 2026

The Tide

Academic expeditions and excursions take learning beyond the classroom, fostering personal growth, cultural understanding, and hands-on engagement with history, science, and nature. For the Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, such outings are a strategic tool for bridging theory with practice.

On Saturday, April 18, 2026, the Department of Science Laboratory Technology led students on an academic excursion to the NLNG Nature Park in Bonny. The team was led by the Head of Unit, Elizabeth Jumbo, alongside Ikor Peter, Usman Thaha, and Elekwachi Progress. The trip was designed to connect classroom instruction with real-life experiences.

According to the department, the excursion sought to deepen learning by linking theoretical knowledge with tangible, real-world exposure. The exercise also aimed to enhance student engagement and retention while promoting social-emotional skills such as collaboration and empathy. It further catered to diverse learning styles among the students.

Academic excursions offer clear benefits. Abstract concepts become concrete when students encounter them firsthand. A history lesson comes alive in a museum, while scientific principles are better understood in natural settings. Such interactive experiences are often more memorable than text-based learning alone.

The outings also build critical soft skills. Trips foster self-confidence, teamwork, communication, and resilience. They broaden cultural awareness and perspective by exposing students to new environments and ideas. For many, the experience sparks curiosity, promotes empathy, and can even influence future career paths.

At its core, the goal is to make learning personal, relevant, and interactive. The Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny says it is committed to providing a compass to academic excellence through active learning, consistent organization, and holistic student well-being. The SLT excursion reflects that approach in action.