Mr Okpebholo toured schools in Ikpoba-Okha and Egor local government areas and lamented the worrisome conditions of urban schools.
The senator said the new university is designed to produce highly skilled graduates to drive the country’s innovation and economic growth.
Mr Tinubu acknowledged the commendable efforts of Senate leader Opeyemi Bamidele in advocating the establishment of the new university in Iyin Ekiti.
The University of Port Harcourt has promoted 30 senior academics to the rank of professor and 16 others to associate professor.
Governor Alex Otti has lifted the 10-year embargo on the promotion of staff of Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic (formerly Abia Polytechnic) Aba.
It said the rescheduling was also to accommodate the increased number of examination centres for the exercise.
It has injected millions of U.S. dollars into the money exchange market over the past three years, aiming to prevent the Afghani’s devaluation.
“Men hold most leadership positions women aim for. Their support is essential to creating inclusive environments. Women must also develop relevant competencies,” Ms Afe said.
Ms Alli-Balogun also directed schools to encourage interactive learning through hands-on activities.
Segun Olawole, an engineer, told journalists that tackling out-of-school syndrome in Nigeria would require a multi-faceted approach.
