Education

A High Court sitting in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, has ordered Louisville Girls Secondary School in Gwagwalada to pay N100 million in general damages for breaching its duty of care, which led to the death of a student. The case was filed by Mr. Ifeanyi Ikpeatusim, who took legal action against the school following […]

Rivers State University (RSU), Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, has set a record by matriculating 11,083 students, the highest number since the institution’s inception in 1980. The milestone was announced by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Isaac Zeb-Obipi, during the 43rd matriculation ceremony at the Convocation Arena, Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwo on Friday, March 28, 2025.  Addressing the newly admitted students, […]

The 110th inaugural lecture of the Rivers State University, and the first under the tenure of Vice-Chancellor Professor Isaac Zep-Obipi, was delivered by Professor John Ohaka who spoke on “Plug-and-Play Opportunities in Accounting and Taxation: A Social Contract Lens”.  Speaking to a packed auditorium, Prof. Ohaka emphasized that a functional tax system should not undermine […]

Nigerian business woman and philanthropist, Dr Seinye Lulu-Briggs, has been conferred with an Honorary Doctor of Engineering (Honoris Causa) by the Federal University of Petroleum Resources (FUPRE), Effurun, Warri in Delta State. FUPRE says the award of the honorary doctorate degree is in recognition of her contributions to the country’s energy sector. Dr Lulu-Briggs, who […]

Entrepreneur and philanthropist, Julienne Afolabi utilised the occasion of her 50th birthday anniversary to launch her pet project, Project 50: Giving the Willing Wings, which is driven by her non-governmental organization, HopeCity Charity International. Afolabi’s 50 years earthly sojourn, which can be described as a testament and celebration of legacy, impact, and the power of […]

Bonny Kingdom has once again made its mark in academics as one of her kids, Gem Eden Thompson-Oluji, secured third place at the 12th Garden City Spelling Bee Competition. The competition, which ended on Friday, March 14, 2025, at the Garden City Amusement Park, Port Harcourt, saw over 160 spellers from top schools’ battle for […]

The management of Rivers State University Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, has dismissed a social media announcement claiming that the institution’s matriculation ceremony is scheduled for Monday, March 17, 2025.  In an official statement signed by the Registrar, Ibimonia Harry, the university clarified that the circulating announcement did not originate from the institution.  “This is therefore a refuttal and […]

The Vice Chancellor of Rivers State University, Nkpolu Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, Professor Isaac Zeb-Obipi, has extended a goodwill message in honour of women and wives of men in academia recognizing their invaluable contributions to education, research, and community development.  As the world marks International Women’s Day 2025, Professor Zeb-Obipi in his statement, praised the resilience […]

The new Vice Chancellor of the Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworokwo, Port Harcourt, Professor Isaac Zeb-Obipi has hinted of his plans to deploy strategies that will improve the institution, and position it as the choicest place for work and study in Nigeria. Zeb-Obipi stated this today when he formally took over from his predecessor, Professor Nlerum […]

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has approved the appointment of Professor Isaac Zeb-Obipi as the new Vice Chancellor of the Rivers State University after a rigorous selection process superintended by the University’s Governing Council. The appointment, which was announced on Thursday, March 6, 2025 via a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr […]

The Vice Chancellor of Rivers State University (RSU), Nkpolu Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, Professor Nlerum Okogbule has officially rounded off his five-year single non-renewable tenure. His tenure ended on high crescendo with a Valedictory Session by the institution’s Senate held at the University’s Senate Chambers amidst heartwarming remarks, reflection on his achievements and applaud. However, the […]

The Pro-Chancellor and Governing Council Chairman of the Rivers State University, Justice Mary Odili (Rtd), has showered encomium on the outgoing Vice Chancellor, Professor Nlerum Okogbule for his contributions to the growth of the Institution, leading to its positioning as one of the best universities in Nigeria. Justice Odili came up with this position today […]

After an eventful five years tenure, the activities leading to the disengagement of Professor Nlerum Sunday Okogbule as Vice Chancellor of the Rivers State University have commenced. The disengagement activities started with a valedictory thanksgiving service on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at the Chapel of Redemption, in the university’s main campus, Port Harcourt, with massive […]

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced the release of the Kira Campus of the Rivers State University (RSU) to facilitate the immediate take-off of the newly approved Federal University of Environment and Technology in Ogoniland. Fubara made the declaration on Thursday, February 27, 2025 during a visit to the Kira Campus in Tai Local […]