Education
Triune Biblical Univ Holds 14th Annual Convocation, Award, Graduation Ceremony
…As 120 students graduate, 200 matriculate, 20 get honorary degrees
Benjamin Omoike
Triune Biblical University of Brooklyn, New York, in the United States of America, USA, with Highstone Global University, in partnership with NIPEM Professional Education Management, has held its 14th annual convocation, awards, and graduation ceremony.
The colorful event, which held on Saturday, November 28, 2020, at the Main Auditorium of the Lagos State University, LASU, Ojo campus, witnessed an array of dignitaries in attendance.
At the August occasion, over 220 students matriculated, while another 120 students graduated from various disciplines, ranging from and cutting across Diploma, Bachelors, Masters to Doctorate degrees.
Some notable dignitaries- about 20 prominent personalities were conferred Honorary Doctorate Degrees, for their career achievement and outstanding performance in their various fields.
Speaking in respect of the event, Dr. Maurice Azubuike Odiete, who is the Africa Representative, Director of Studies; who also doubles as president of Merchant Profession Operations Management International, said the event was worthy of all the accolades it could get, especially considering the value which sound education brings to the table in any society.
According to him: “As you can see today, we are celebrating our annual Convocation, Awards, and Matriculation. So, over 220 students are matriculating today, and we have about 120 that are graduating from different disciplines, ranging from Diploma, Bachelors, Masters, to Doctorate degrees.
“Most importantly, we have about 20 prominent personalities that are being conferred honorary doctorate degrees for their career achievement. We’re expecting at least 800 attendants, if not in thousands, but because of the protocols, we just have to limit the numbers.
“We’re expecting His royal highness, Oba Adeniji. He’ll be here today. We have the Director of General Nigerian Studies, in the person of Prof Biodun Akinpelu, he’s the guest speaker for today; the Deputy Registrar of Lagos State University, he’s the one officiating today; we also have Ambassador Egbos, he’s here. We have so many dignitaries. Our main Chief patron will equally be here. He is the chief national security officer of Access Bank. While equally awaiting the presence of the security manager of 7UP bottling company as well.”
“The Vice-Chancellor of African University in Benin is here. The Registrar is equally here. The representative of Liberal University, Lome is here. We are also awaiting the representative of St Louis African University in Port-Novo, he has called, he is on his way. So, our chief patron Dr (Mayor) Felix Amah Nnachi Nnachi is on his way as well.
“The importance of education in any society cannot be overemphasized. As such, occasions such as this should be celebrated, and for me, it is commendable that we are able to do this and be a part of such worthy ventures, geared at trying to shape society and humanity in general.”
Education
NECO acquires high performance OMR scanner to enhance examination efficiency
Mariam Sanni
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has acquired a high performance Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) Scanner to enhance the efficiency, Credibility and Security of its examinations.
In a statement by the Ag. Director of information and Public Relations, Azeez Sani , the Registrar/Chief Executive, prof. Dantani Ibrahim wushishi at the inauguration of the newly Installed Scanning machine at the ICT Department in Minna , said it was part of the Council’s efforts to improve accuracy, speed and reliability in its examination process.
Prof. Wushishi disclosed that the scantron Insight 1500c is a high performance OMR Scanner known for its precision, speed and ability to handle large volume of scripts efficiently.
He explained that “with this new addition, we will significantly enhance our data processing capabilities, ensuring faster and more accurate results processing for millions of candidates across the world”.
According to him, the newly acquired scanner has the capability to scan over 15,000 OMR sheets per hour and 250 per minute.
The Registrar stated that the scanning machine which cost about N500 million, has the capacity to simultaneously scan and score OMR sheets.
Prof. Wushishi explained that the acquisition of the high-speed scanner is a testament to NECO’s commitment to leveraging technology in all its examination processes.
The Director ICT Department, Mr. Goddy Usioboh, in has address, said the acquisition of the new scanner aligns with NECO’s Vision of delivering World-class examination services while maintaining the integrity of its assessment.
The Technical Adviser from Scantron Company, Minessota, USA, Mr. Tom Harry who trained the staff of the ICT Department on the Operations of the new scanning machine, expressed satisfaction with the staff high level of dedication and diligence during the training.
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