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VC Urges Matriculants To Be Studious, Obey Rules, Regulations

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Over 7,000 matriculants newly admitted into various departments of the Ignatius Ajuru University for the 2023/2024 have been charged to be studious and to obey the rules and regulations of the institution.
Acting Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof Okechuku Onuchuku gave the charge, last Saturday during the 50th matriculation ceremony at the institution’s main campus, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt.
Speaking while declaring the event open, Prof. Onuchuku explained the importance of education to individuals and the society.
The Vice Chancellor urged students to be hard working and studious to become good ambassadors of the institution to enable them put smiles on the faces of their parents.
The university teacher however, advised them to toe the path of academic excellence as well as contribute meaningfully to the progress of the country, adding that association is right, but should be the type that will guide them to come out in flying colours.
The Professor also charged students to take their studies seriously as well as to be creative and innovative to achieve success in life.
Prof Onuchuku further charged them to shun cultism, examination malpractices, indecent dressing, among other related vices or face sanctions.
The Acting Vice Chancellor of the IAUE revealed that students who could not meet up with the institution’s academic grades would be rusticated from the school, while advising parents and guardians to promptly pay the fees of their children and wards, monitor their academic performances and assist the institution achieve its desired objectives.
“Total number of matriculants today is 7,338 and we have a total of 54 programmes in this university out of which 47 are fully accredited and the other remaining seven have been successfully verified. “One of the first charge I gave to them is to take their studies seriously and ensure that they don’t join secret cults and I also told them that they need to obey the university’s rules. We have handed over to them the university’s academic statement and rules and regulations of the university. After the first year, their results would be computed and if they don’t have a minimum of 1.5 CPGA, they will be placed under probation and while on that probation, you can even change department to see which department you will actually be comfortable with, but after the second year, if you are still below 1.5, then, you would be asked to withdraw from the programme,” Onuchuku said.
Also speaking in an interview with The Tide, some newly matriculated students of the university had this to say.
According to Ngozi Nkem, “I am coming from a poor background coupled with the harsh economic realities, yet, my parents are able to sponsor my education and I promise I will live up to their expectations”. On her part, one of the female students stated that it took her time to gain admission into university of her choice, but that today God has made her dream come to pass, while promising to abide by the rules and regulations of the unversity and to shun all social vices capable of jeopardising her future.

By: Susan Serekara-Nwikhana

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‘Our Target Is To Go Beyond Academic Accomplishments’

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The Acting Vice Chancellor of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Prof. Okechuku Onuchuku, emphasised the need for students to go beyond academic achievements during the university’s 43rd Convocation ceremony.
The theme, “The University Culture In Practice, The IAUE Experience,” highlights the importance of embracing cherished traditions and intellectual values that define great universities.
Prof. Onuchuku encouraged the new graduates to work hard and persevere, noting that their convocation marks a new beginning in their careers and personal lives. He emphasised that they must prove themselves worthy of the certificates and prizes they have received.
According to him, out of 2,887 first-degree graduands, four made First Class, 403 secured Second Class Upper, 2,030 got Second Class Lower, and 450 graduated with Third Class. Additionally, 1,492 postgraduate students graduated, including 306 PhD holders.
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (Rtd), praised the university’s commitment to academic excellence and institutional maturity. He commended the Acting Vice Chancellor for achieving full accreditation for 47 academic programmes and implementing the NUC’s Core Curriculum Minimum Academic Standards.
The administrator urged the new graduates to uphold the positive values instilled in them by the university and strive for continuous knowledge and improvement.

By: King Onunwor

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Niger Delta Students Suspend Protest Against NDDC In PH

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The Niger Delta Students Union Government, Rivers State Chapter (NIDSUG), has suspended its planned protest against the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) state office in Port Harcourt. The suspension followed an intervention by the state Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga Adepoju.
The students had planned to protest on Thursday, citing alleged neglect by the NDDC, particularly in welfare and capacity-building programmes for students from the state. However, after the police intervention, the students agreed to participate in a roundtable discussion with the commission to address their concerns.
NIDSUG leader, Comrade Loveday Njoku, expressed dissatisfaction with the commission’s alleged exclusion of students from benefiting from its programmes. He presented a seven-point demand, including the reintroduction of scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Njoku emphasised that education is crucial for community development and urged the commission to invest in the future leaders of the state.
The students warned that if their demands are not met, they will resume the protest and occupy the state commission office until their demands are addressed. Despite previous attempts to reach out to the commission’s management team, the students claimed their efforts were unsuccessful.

By: Akujobi Amadi

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Administrator Inspects School

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As part of efforts to improve the welfare and overall quality of education for students in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, the Sole Administrator, Sir (Dr.) Clifford Ndu Walter DSSRS, FCAI, JP, paid an unscheduled visit to Universal Primary School, Rumukwurusi.
During the visit, Sir Walter expressed deep concern over the deplorable state of the school and its surrounding environment. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the development of the education sector, stressing its critical role in nation-building.
“I have visited the primary school in Ogbogoro, and now I’m here at the Universal Primary School, Rumukwurusi. I am not satisfied with what I’ve seen,” he stated, indicating that more surprise visits to schools would follow.
To address the issues, the Sole Administrator directed the Council Engineer to commence process for rehabilitation of the school.
The visit was part of a broader initiative aimed at conducting on-the-spot assessments of educational facilities to determine the level of intervention required by the local government council.
Dr. Walter also assured the teachers of his unwavering commitment to revamp the school and improve the learning environment for both staff and students.

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