Education

Group Sets Up N1.5m Prize For King/Queen Of Mathematics Contest

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5 years ago

June 28, 2021

A socio-political pressure group in Bonny Kingdom christened “The G30 Ibani Voice”, has set N1.5 million as prize for this year’s King and Queen of Mathematics Competition.
The aim, according the President of the group, Dr Fubara Dan Jumbo, is to sustain its drive to grow interest in the subject of Mathematics within the kingdom.
Dr Dan-Jumbo, who announced the prize at the weekend, when he led some senior members of the group on a tour of Bonny, National Grammar School (BNGS) and Government Girls Secondary School, Finima (GGSSF), all in Bonny stressed the need to raise human resource and equip next generation.
According to him, there will be two categories, Category A, involving Senior Secondary Students to be host by BNGS; and Category B, involving Junior Secondary Students, to be hosted by GGSSF, all in Bonny Local Government Area.
“We have chosen Bonny National Grammar School as the centre for category A in the King or Queen of Mathematics Competition 2021. We have Finima Girls as Category B’s centres. The schools will be listed that are in category A.
“Sometime in November we will have an examination. Three delegates from each of the schools will come and converge and will write these exams. We will pick two persons out of it. Those two persons will be qualified to contest in the semi-finals. The semi-finals will be more like an oral quiz.
“Then we will pick the champion of that category. Same thing we will do in category B. The star winner will be going home and smiling away with the whole sum of One Million Naira,” Dr Dan Jumbo stated.
The winner of Category B (King/Queen of Mathematics Junior) will go home with the sum of N500,000 while the winner of Category A, who will become the next King or Queen of Mathematics will go home with the sum of N1,000,000. He or she will reign for one year as the Brand Ambassador of the competition and also be part of various social impact initiatives by the G30 Ibani Voice.
He stated that the competing schools include Bonny National Grammar School, Bonny; Government Girls Secondary School, Finima (GGSSF), Community Secondary School (CSS), Abalamabie; Community Secondary School, Burukiri; Ibitamuno Secondary School, Spring Foundation School, Kings and Queens Secondary School, Heritage Academy, Lucille Education Centre (LEC), Logos School, among others.
He urged the students to go the extra mile to study and prepare for the competition, stressing that there will be no sentiments attached as the outcome of the competition will be based purely on merit, noting that the proof that they were desirous of winning is their pursuit of the prize money through diligent scholarship.
“That is why I said it is the big one. Come November/ December we will know who will be the winner. It is not enough to have a desire. Someone said the proof of desire is in the pursuit. If you truly desire it you are going to pursue it.”

By: Kevin Nengia

Education

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

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2 days 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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2 days 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.