A Non-Governmental organization, RETECH foundation and it’s co-founder EDP, has commissioned solar system, water systems, information communication centers equiped modern computers and projectors in four schools located in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State. The foundation commissioned the 27.6 watts solar installations, ICT rooms fully furnished with equipped with modern computers and projectors, latest gadgets as well as solar powered water projects at the schools which included Delta Secondary School, Dore Numa College, Ogedegbe Primary School and Essi College school 1. Speaking during the commissioning of…
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Parents Beat Up Uduere Secondary School Chemistry Teacher In Ughelli North
A yet to be identified female parent led others to beat up a female teacher for allegedly disciplining her daughter over a case of two fighting between two students of Uduere secondary school, in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. It was learned that the timely intervention of the Ughelli North NUT chairman, Comr. Austin Ovuevuraye and Ughelli North Local Government Council chairman Olorogun Jaro Egbo who sent rescue team to the school to calm the situation. Sources who spoke on anonymous condition said, “Two students had a…
Read MoreIDU Presents Uniforms To Pupils In Orogun School
Igbuku Development Union, Orogun, in collaboration with two non governmental organizations, Chief Josiah Ntekume and Paul Otu foundations, has presented sets of school uniform to the pupils of Igbuku primary school, Orogun in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. Presentation of the uniform to pupils from primary 1-6 at Igbuku primary school by the union was powered by Chief Josiah Ntekume foundation and Paul Otu foundation respectively. Speaking during the presentation, Chief Peter Ntekume who represented CEO the foundation said, “At a point in time, we discovered that…
Read MoreRescue Us From Dilapidated Structures, Oviri-Ogor Sec Schl Students Appeal To Delta Gov’t
STUDENTS of Oviri-Ogor secondary school, had in a ‘Save Our Souls’ message appealed to the state government to rescue them from life threatening structures they are learning under and provide them with learning materials in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. This appeal was made by the senior and junior students of the institution while fielding questions newsmen during a visit to the school. Speaking, the Head boy of Oviri-Ogor secondary school, Moses Miracle said, “Our school is just like place that the government has forgotten,…
Read MoreDELTA TEACHERS PROMOTION ARREARS: MORE THAN A SUBEB CORRUPTION
By Zik Gbemre When days ago, I hit at the Delta State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) over the inciting discrepancies in recent payment of accumulated promotion arrears to primary schools teachers in the state, it wasn’t done out of ignorance of the fact that the engagement and remuneration of primary school teachers is a tripartite responsibility of all tiers of government, federal, state and local. Focussing on the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) was apparently because it is the statutory tool by which these…
Read MoreDelta Teachers Cries Out Over Bribery Demands, Delayed Promotions, And Unpaid Salaries
Teachers across Delta State are calling out the Ministry of Education’s accounts department for alleged corruption, claiming that officials demand hefty bribes to process overdue promotions and salary arrears. Despite submitting their documents for promotion and payment implementation nearly a year ago, well beyond the official processing period of one to three months, many teachers are still awaiting their dues. Meanwhile, some colleagues who submitted paperwork later have already received full payment, reportedly after paying bribes. “I submitted all my documents almost a year ago, yet I’ve…
Read MoreNobles 90 Donates Over A Million Naira In Educational Materials to Abbi Schools, Urges Students To Value Education
The 1990 alumni of Abbi Grammar School, known as the Unique Nobles 90 Association, on Thursday donated educational materials worth over one million naira to their alma mater and its sister institution, Abbi Comprehensive Girls Secondary School in Ndokwa West, Delta State. The donation, which included textbooks, notebooks, chalk, and learning supplies, is part of the group’s commitment to supporting educational development in their community. At a formal presentation ceremony, Nobles 90 Chairman, Comrade Shedrack Onitsha, addressed the students, emphasizing that education remains crucial for success and is far…
Read MoreCelebrating The Nigeria’s Teachers
By Andrew Darah JP Nigeria’s teachers are the nation’s backbone, shaping future leaders and citizens. Despite their vital role, they face numerous challenges, from poor working conditions to inadequate compensation. Challenges Facing Nigerian Teachers 1.Poor infrastructure: Dilapidated classrooms, outdated materials. 2.Low salaries: Some earn as low as ₦35,000/month. 3.Insecurity: Threats from Kidnappers, Boko Haram, bandits. 4.Lack of training: Insufficient professional development. 5.Societal disrespect: Teachers often undervalued. *Resilience and Dedication* 1.Passion for teaching: Teachers prioritize student success. 2.Resourcefulness: Finding creative solutions. 3.Community support: Relying on donations, volunteerism. 4.Adaptability: Adjusting to changing…
Read MoreOkifo Foundation Presents Education Materials To Public School In Ughelli North, Solar Lights To Area Command
Prince Oghenerukevwe Okifo Foundation, POOF, has presented education materials public primary and secondary schools in Ughelli North local Government Area of Delta State. Items presented to cushion the effects of education includes, branded notebooks, Biros, Pencils and Erasers respectively. This is just at the foundation presented solar lights to Ughelli Area Command and Ughelli A’ division to light the police environment, and installed street lights at Low Cost Estate, Ughelli The POOF foundation promised to continue in the philanthropic gesture in ensuring that education of youths is a priority.…
Read MoreOlomu Progress Union, Donates Notebooks To Schools In Olomu Kingdom
THE Asaba branch of Olomu Progress Union, has donated branded notebooks to all public schools in Olomu Kingdom to enhance and promote education in all communities of the kingdom in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State. The Olomu Progress Union, Asaba branch, was led by Mr Paul Owumi and Emmanuel Kuejubola. It was observed that both primary and secondary schools visited during the exercise were without perimeter fencing as that could lead to easy access by hoodlums. Among schools that benefitted are, Ovwor Mixed secondary school, Oguname primary…
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