Education
RSU VC Assures On Academic, Moral Rectitude …Receives Accreditation Certificate For Courses
The authorities of Rivers State University have expressed its commitment to instill both academic and moral rectitude in the university as a key tenet of Christian practice
The Vice Chancellor of the university Prof Blessing Chimezie Didia made this known while playing host to the leadership of Holiness Revival Movement World- Wide Church, which paid him a courtesy visit in his office ,over the weekend in Port Harcourt.
Prof. Didia said his administration was ordained by God and would do everything possible in the promotion and propagation of Godly attributes in the University and beyond.
Prof. Didia who commended the group for their good work in the State, enjoined them not to relent in teaching the younger ones on the dangers associated with activities inimical with the growth of the society as well as capable to mar their future.
Earlier,the team leader of the Holiness Revival Movement World wide, Pastor Obi Obiasor commended the Vice Chancellor for initiating the University Annual Thanksgiving / Rededication Services , which according to him ,was a precursor to understanding the Vice chancellor’s passion for not just academic excellence for the students but also spiritual excellence.
He pledged that his ministry will help to reposition the students for academic excellence while exposing them to Christian lifestyle.
Meanwhile, the Rivers State University has been given full accreditation to award International Diploma and International Advance Diploma in Transport and Logistics.
This followed the presentation of the accreditation certificate to the Vice chancellor Professor Blessing Didia by the Chatered Institute of Logistics and Transport.
Receiving the certificate, Professor Blessing Didia said the establishment of the Institute for Logistics and Transport was long overdue in view of the strategic position of Rivers State, describing the accreditation as a major milestone in the University.
Earlier, the Deputy National Director of Chattered Institute of logistics and transport, Alban Igwe, explained that the accreditation is for an initial period of three years, while urging the University to ensure its renewal and take advantage of the opportunities provided by the Institute to improve the lots of students and lecturers.
The Acting Vice Chancellor of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Prof. Okechuku Onuchuku, emphasised the need for students to go beyond academic achievements during the university’s 43rd Convocation ceremony.
The theme, “The University Culture In Practice, The IAUE Experience,” highlights the importance of embracing cherished traditions and intellectual values that define great universities.
Prof. Onuchuku encouraged the new graduates to work hard and persevere, noting that their convocation marks a new beginning in their careers and personal lives. He emphasised that they must prove themselves worthy of the certificates and prizes they have received.
According to him, out of 2,887 first-degree graduands, four made First Class, 403 secured Second Class Upper, 2,030 got Second Class Lower, and 450 graduated with Third Class. Additionally, 1,492 postgraduate students graduated, including 306 PhD holders.
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (Rtd), praised the university’s commitment to academic excellence and institutional maturity. He commended the Acting Vice Chancellor for achieving full accreditation for 47 academic programmes and implementing the NUC’s Core Curriculum Minimum Academic Standards.
The administrator urged the new graduates to uphold the positive values instilled in them by the university and strive for continuous knowledge and improvement.
By: King Onunwor
The Niger Delta Students Union Government, Rivers State Chapter (NIDSUG), has suspended its planned protest against the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) state office in Port Harcourt. The suspension followed an intervention by the state Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga Adepoju.
The students had planned to protest on Thursday, citing alleged neglect by the NDDC, particularly in welfare and capacity-building programmes for students from the state. However, after the police intervention, the students agreed to participate in a roundtable discussion with the commission to address their concerns.
NIDSUG leader, Comrade Loveday Njoku, expressed dissatisfaction with the commission’s alleged exclusion of students from benefiting from its programmes. He presented a seven-point demand, including the reintroduction of scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Njoku emphasised that education is crucial for community development and urged the commission to invest in the future leaders of the state.
The students warned that if their demands are not met, they will resume the protest and occupy the state commission office until their demands are addressed. Despite previous attempts to reach out to the commission’s management team, the students claimed their efforts were unsuccessful.
By: Akujobi Amadi
As part of efforts to improve the welfare and overall quality of education for students in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, the Sole Administrator, Sir (Dr.) Clifford Ndu Walter DSSRS, FCAI, JP, paid an unscheduled visit to Universal Primary School, Rumukwurusi.
During the visit, Sir Walter expressed deep concern over the deplorable state of the school and its surrounding environment. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the development of the education sector, stressing its critical role in nation-building.
“I have visited the primary school in Ogbogoro, and now I’m here at the Universal Primary School, Rumukwurusi. I am not satisfied with what I’ve seen,” he stated, indicating that more surprise visits to schools would follow.
To address the issues, the Sole Administrator directed the Council Engineer to commence process for rehabilitation of the school.
The visit was part of a broader initiative aimed at conducting on-the-spot assessments of educational facilities to determine the level of intervention required by the local government council.
Dr. Walter also assured the teachers of his unwavering commitment to revamp the school and improve the learning environment for both staff and students.