The Rivers State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education to develop human capital and prepare young people for emerging opportunities in the global economy.
The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr Dagogo Wokoma, gave the assurance in Port Harcourt when members of the Science Teachers Association of Nigeria (STAN), Rivers State Branch, paid him a courtesy visit.
Wokoma said STEM education goes beyond classroom teaching, noting that it equips young people with critical thinking, problem-solving and innovation skills needed to succeed in a technology-driven world.
He said Governor Siminalayi Fubara recognises the importance of quality education, scientific discoveries, technological innovation and digital transformation to the state’s economic development.
According to him, the government remains committed to creating an enabling environment for young people to acquire scientific and technological knowledge that will position Rivers State for innovation and entrepreneurship.
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The SSG added that sustained investment in STEM education would strengthen the state’s human capital and prepare the next generation to contribute meaningfully to economic growth and technological advancement.
Also speaking, the Commissioner for Education, Dr Peter Nwagor, commended STAN for its contributions to science education, innovation and academic excellence.
Nwagor urged the association to sustain its efforts in developing young talents and assured members of the Ministry of Education’s continued collaboration and support.
Earlier, the Acting Chairman of STAN, Rivers State Branch, Dr Ibifiri Pollyn, appreciated the state government for its partnership with science teachers, saying the collaboration had supported efforts to improve teaching standards and learning outcomes across schools.
Pollyn also presented two students of Government Secondary School, Orominike, D-Line, Port Harcourt, who secured third place at the National Science Project Exhibition.
She also presented Dr Gladys Chikere, a science teacher who emerged second in the teachers’ category at the 2026 STAN National Annual Conference in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
Pollyn described the achievements as evidence of the potential of Rivers State students and teachers, adding that their performances had brought honour to the state.
