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Academic Boom! 363 UNIPORT Students Earn First‑Class Honours in Stunning Record
The University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) will award first-class degrees to 363 graduands during its upcoming 35th convocation ceremony, slated for Saturday, the institution has announced.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Vice-Chancellor Prof. Owunari Georgewill revealed this on Monday at a press briefing in Port Harcourt, held as part of activities marking the university’s 50th anniversary and combined convocation ceremony.
According to Georgewill, the week‑long event, scheduled for July 21 to July 26, will feature the conferment of degrees, higher degrees, diplomas, prizes, and other honours.
He explained that the convocation covers students who completed their programmes during the 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 academic sessions. In total, 14,861 graduands will be celebrated.
A detailed breakdown shows that 9,788 undergraduates will receive first degrees, with 363 graduating with first-class honours. In the postgraduate category, 2,008 will earn Postgraduate Diplomas, 2,131 will receive Master’s degrees, and 934 will be conferred with PhDs.
The vice-chancellor also announced that four eminent Nigerians will be honoured with honorary doctorate degrees:
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Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady of Nigeria,
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Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory,
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Aminu Masari, Chairman of TETFund, and
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Gov. Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State.
Georgewill described the convocation as a “season of harvest”—a time for the university to assess its achievements in infrastructure, academic programmes, global visibility, research collaborations, and future challenges.
He highlighted significant infrastructural progress made possible through Federal Government support, TETFund interventions, and capital projects, leading to renovated buildings, new office complexes, and improved learning environments.
UNIPORT, he said, now boasts state-of-the-art laboratories, a modern sports complex, upgraded health facilities, a counselling centre, an entrepreneurial hub, and a world-class Convocation Arena, all designed to produce well-rounded graduates.
In a major sustainability milestone, Georgewill announced the ongoing construction of a 10.7MW solar hybrid power plant in partnership with the Rural Electrification Agency under the UNIPORT Solar Farm Project.
“When completed, this plant will provide stable electricity to the university, the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, and surrounding communities,” he said.
As part of the university’s academic expansion, he revealed the establishment of three new faculties:
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Faculty of Computing,
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Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, and
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Faculty of Media and Communications.
Georgewill also disclosed that over 1,000 students have been awarded scholarships through partnerships with 13 external sponsors.
He further noted that UNIPORT continues to attract international research grants and collaborations, leading to the creation of two World Bank–funded Africa Centres of Excellence (ACEs):
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ACE for Public Health and Toxicological Research (ACE‑PUTOR) and
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ACE for Oilfield Chemicals Research (ACE‑CEFOR).
“These centres are driving human capital development and world-class research with both regional and global impact,” he added.
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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.
Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.
“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.
He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”
Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.
He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.
“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.
In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.
“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.
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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.
Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.
While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.
He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.
The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.
He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.
“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”
The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.
2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.
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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.
The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.
As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.
Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.
The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.
Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment
Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.
The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.
According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.
The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.
The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.
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