Category: Education

Dafinone Demands Justice Over Adeda Ekwevugbe’s Death, Urges Calm

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has called for a thorough, transparent and impartial investigation into the death of Mr Adeda Ekwevugbe, a Deputy Director in the Delta State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education. Dafinone, in a statement, described the death of the public servant as “deeply troubling,” insisting that all circumstances surrounding the incident must be fully investigated to provide answers to his family, colleagues and the public. He commiserated with the Ekwevugbe family of Ughelli Kingdom, describing the deceased as a dedicated public servant whose…

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Delta Secondary Schools: Transfer Dispute Deepens As Commissioner Is Being Accused Of Usurping Board’s Role

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  A deepening administrative crisis over the transfer and posting of principals in Delta State secondary schools has triggered allegations of procedural violations, abuse of authority and deliberate disregard for seniority within the education system. A source accused the Commissioner for Secondary Education, Dr Kingsley Ashibuogwu, of allegedly acting in connivance with some members of the Post-Primary Education Board (PPEB) and the Permanent Secretary in the Board to take over responsibilities legally and lawfully assigned to the Board. The allegations have reportedly heightened tension among principals, raised questions about the…

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School Resumption: Anambra Police Deploys Personnel, Security Agencies To Schools

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The Anambra State Police Command has deployed personnel, sister security agencies and other stakeholders to schools and strategic locations across the state as pupils and students return for the new academic session. The deployment, carried out under the supervision of the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, ACP Harrison Oruruo, is part of the Command’s efforts to strengthen school security and implement the Inspector-General of Police’s Safe School Initiative. The exercise is targeted at preventing security threats around schools, sensitising pupils and students on personal safety, assisting children…

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Awuzie’s Project Drive Transforms Federal Polytechnic Oko

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…..Rector’s 19-month transformation drive reshapes infrastructure, ICT, skills development     By Nicky Okeke   The Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, is fast acquiring the unmistakable look of an institution in the throes of an infrastructure revolution. Across its campuses, construction activities, renovated facilities, new structures and technology-driven initiatives have become increasingly visible, in what supporters describe as one of the most aggressive development drives in the history of the institution. At the centre of the transformation is the 9th substantive Rector, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie, who assumed office on…

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UHS: Oyiborhoro Urges Inclusion of Urhobo Language in Primary, Tertiary Education

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  …..Calls on international community for the release of Okuama leaders in detention   The President of Urhobo Historical Society UHS, Dr. Aruegodore Oyiborhoro, has called for the inclusion of Urhobo language in primary and tertiary education, calling on international community to intervene over the release of the detained Okuama community leaders for the past years. Oyiborhoro made the call during the 14th Conference of the Urhobo Historical Society, held from July 24 to 25, 2026, at Delta Hotels by Marriott Bexleyheath, London, United Kingdom. He said the conference provided…

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ASUP-FEPO Hails Okoro’s Appointment To JAMB Committee, Applauds COHEADS

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  The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), Federal Polytechnic Orogun (FEPO) Chapter, has commended the Council of Heads of Polytechnics and Colleges of Technology (COHEADS) for appointing the Rector of the institution, Professor Duke Okoro, as its sole representative on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Committee on the integration of skills and critical thinking into the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).   The union described the appointment as a significant recognition of Professor Okoro’s leadership qualities, professional competence and commitment to the advancement of Polytechnic education and…

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Sports: Ekaba Boosts Youth Sports in Isoko South, Donates Equipment to Owodokpokpo-Igbide Football Team

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Dr Ufuoma Abundance Ekaba has donated sporting equipment to the Owodokpokpo-Igbide Youth Local Football Team in Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, as part of efforts to promote youth development and sports activities in the community. The donation, which was aimed at encouraging the youths to take active part in sports, particularly football, was described as an investment in discipline, teamwork, unity and healthy living among the younger generation. Speaking during the presentation, Ekaba said football and other sporting activities could provide opportunities for young people to discover…

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GOMEP-NG Hails Oborevwori Over Muoboghare’s Appointment As DOU Pro-Chancellor

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The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria, GOMEP-NG, has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for appointing Professor Patrick Muoboghare as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba.   The guild, in a congratulatory message jointly signed by its National President, Comrade Akpovoke Otiti, and National Secretary, Prince Clinton Uba, described Muoboghare’s appointment as well deserved, citing his experience, competence and leadership qualities.   GOMEP-NG said the appointment demonstrated the governor’s commitment to entrusting strategic positions to competent professionals capable…

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Professor Samuel Aghalino: Celebrating An Erudite Scholar, Historian And Administrator

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By Nelson Egware Today, the academic community, colleagues, friends, associates and well-wishers celebrate Professor Samuel Ovuete Aghalino, a distinguished historian, accomplished academic and administrator whose life has been defined by an enduring commitment to knowledge, scholarship and service. The birthday celebration comes at a particularly significant moment in his career, following his appointment as the second substantive Vice Chancellor of Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba, by the Delta State Government. For Professor Aghalino, the new responsibility is another chapter in a journey that has taken him from the lecture halls of…

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APWEN Bayelsa Celebrates Engineering Excellence, Intensifies STEM Drive For Girl Child 

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa   The Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria, APWEN, Bayelsa State Chapter, has called for increased investment in STEM education as a pathway to closing the gender gap in engineering and technology. The call was made during APWEN Bayelsa’s public lecture, exhibition, and award ceremony held in Yenagoa. The event was also used to celebrate a female engineering icon, Prof. Ongoebi Etebu in the state. Chairman of APWEN Bayelsa, Engr. (Dr) Amalate Ann-Jonathan Obuebite, said the gathering was to honour women who have broken barriers…

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