Category: Education

DELTA TEACHERS PROMOTION ARREARS: MORE THAN A SUBEB CORRUPTION

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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…

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Delta Teachers Cries Out Over Bribery Demands, Delayed Promotions, And Unpaid Salaries

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  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…

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Nobles 90 Donates Over A Million Naira In Educational Materials to Abbi Schools, Urges Students To Value Education

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  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…

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Celebrating The Nigeria’s Teachers

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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…

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Okifo Foundation Presents Education Materials To Public School In Ughelli North, Solar Lights To Area Command

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  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.…

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Olomu Progress Union, Donates Notebooks To Schools In Olomu Kingdom

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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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Atare Otite, Were You A Brief Candle?

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By Sunny Awhefeada The sudden death of Professor Atare Otite on Saturday 2nd August 2024 was shocking to all who knew him. A professor of political science, he was ebullient till the last moment and gave no inkling that he was about to breast the tape of life. He drove himself for a distance of about one hundred kilometers, made some stopovers and those who saw him said that he was his usual energetic self. He spoke with some persons, scheduling appointments for the weekend and cancelling others as he…

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CODAF Calls For Establishment of Zero Waste Dept In Nigeria Institutions

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    THE Community Development Advocacy Foundation, CODAF, a nongovernmental organisation, has called on tertiary institutions to create an ecosystem where responsible consumption, waste reduction and recycling are given top priority. Executive Director, CODAF, Mr. Richard Benin made the call at the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun, FUPRE, during the launch of Zero Waste Campus Project, put together by the NGO. Speaking at the event, Mr Richard Benin said, “Today, we are starting a journey that will change the world and lead to sustainability, that empowers our university community…

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Catholic Media Practitioners Condemn Mockery Of It’s Faith At Tarka University

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National President of Catholic Media Practitioners, CAMPAN, has condemned the action of students of Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi, Benue state over their mockery and disrespectful attitude of abuse of the Catholic faith in abusing the clerical robes of clergy and religious sisters of the church.   The national president, Sir Chimidi Oluoha and chairman of Makurdi chapter, Hembadoon Orsar in a statement described the actions of the students as lack of respect to the Christian faith and religious beliefs. According to them, “The use of clerical robes or costume…

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Dafinone Revives Urhobo Language Competition As PTI Student, Ogheneruona Wins Ehwerido’s Grand Prize At Finale

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  Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone has urged parents to teach their children and revived the Urhobo language to prevent it from becoming extinct in the near future. The Delta Central lawmaker stated this at the grand finale of the Urhobo Language Competition, initiated by the late Senator Pius Ehwerido and sponsored by Senator Dafinone in collaboration with the Urhobo Studies Association, USA. The event was held on Saturday at the 500 Capacity Hall at the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun, Delta State attracted Urhobos…

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