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RSTV Now On CONSAT Cable TV
In its efforts to digitalise
the Rivers State owned media houses, the Rivers State Television (RSTV) can now be accessed on CONSAT Cable Television Network.
According to the Director of Public Enlightenment of the Rivers State Ministry of Information and Communications, Mr. Paulinus Nsirim, the feat was achieved through a partnership between the Rivers State Government and CONSAT Nigeria Limited, a satellite Cable Television to put Rivers State on the front burner of digitalization which is a global phenomenon.
Nsirim disclosed this during the presentation of decoders to the Chairmen of the 23 LGAs of Rivers State at the State Ministry of Information in Port Harcourt recently.
The Director said about 50,000 decoders would be distributed to parastatals, departments and agencies of the State in line with the planned State digitalization policy.
Speaking with The Tide in an interview in Port Harcourt, the regional Representative, Sales and Marketing Manager, South South/East Operation of CONSAT, Mr. Princewill L. Kogbara, said CONSAT was in Partnership with the Rivers State Government to ensure grassroots domestication of the services and avail the state a prime position in digitalization.
He said CONSAT was poised to maintain standard and competence in view of high market competition to give out effective service delivery.
Kogbara who commended the Rivers State Government over its disgitalization policy, saying the State owned Television can now be watched by millions viewers and get first hand information on happenings in the state.
He said over 60 Channels can be viewed on CONSAT Cable Satellite, while 15 free Channels are available on the network.
Taneh Beemene

Director/Deputy Editor, (Daily), Rivers State Newspaper Corporation, Mr Donald Mike-Jaja (right), who represented the General Manager, presenting some copies of The Tide Newspaper to the President, Junior Chamber International (JCI) , Ambassador Onyinyechukwu Mbele Dogu, during a working visit to the corporation in Port Harcourt last Wednesday.
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PR Professionals Must Rebuild Public Trust – Eze Gbakagbaka

The Eze Oha Evo III of Evo Kingdom, Nyerisi Eli Woji (Eze Woji XII), His Majesty, King Prof. Leslie Nyebuchi Eke, Eze Gbakagbaka, has called on communication professionals to rise above routine narratives and become vanguards in rebuilding public trust in the face of Nigeria’s challenging economic realities.
The revered monarch made the charge while delivering the Chairman’s Opening Remarks at the 2025 Annual Conference of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Rivers State Chapter, held in Port Harcourt, with the theme: “Refocusing Stakeholders’ Engagement and Public Trust in a Challenging Economy.”
The event, which drew leading figures in public communication, governance, and industry, witnessed presentations, keynote addresses and robust deliberations aimed at repositioning the PR profession to respond to national realities with innovation and integrity.
In his remarks, HM Eke commended the Rivers State Chapter of NIPR, led by Rev. Francis Asuk, for what he called its unwavering commitment to professionalism, knowledge-sharing, and continuous dialogue on issues affecting the nation’s social and institutional fabric.
He noted that the theme of the conference could not have been more appropriate, considering the current national climate where public confidence in institutions is at an all-time low, and economic uncertainties have strained relationships between stakeholders and the state.
“We are living in a season when trust has become a scarce commodity. Citizens are asking tough questions, and institutions are struggling to maintain credibility. In such a time, the role of the Public Relations professional becomes even more crucial”, he said.
The Eze Gbakagbaka, who is the Chairman, Supreme Forum of Ikwerre Government Recognized Traditional Rulers, noted that Public Relations practitioners must understand their strategic role as mediators between the people and the truth, adding that the tools of their trade: honest communication, transparency, and empathy, must be wielded with renewed purpose and patriotism.
“You are the bridge between the people and the truth; between perception and reality. Your work determines whether society believes, doubts, or hopes again. Let this conference remind us that trust is not demanded, it is earned”, he urged.
He emphasized that the restoration of trust in both public and private sectors requires consistent, deliberate, and sincere stakeholder engagement.
According to him, when communication is driven by integrity, not propaganda, society will gradually find its voice and confidence once again.
“With transparent communication and genuine engagement, even in a difficult economy, confidence can be restored”, the monarch said, urging the delegates to see themselves not just as professionals, but as nation-builders with a moral obligation to influence public perception positively.
The Evo apex King, who is also a Fellow of the Institute, called on participants to approach the discussions with open minds and patriotic intent, stressing that every contribution must be geared towards rebuilding national cohesion and institutional trust.
“With a deep sense of honour and responsibility”, he declared, “I, His Majesty, King Leslie Nyebuchi Eke, JP, Eze Gbakagbaka, Eze Oha Evo III of Evo Kingdom, Nyerisi Eli Woji (Eze Woji XII) and Chairman, Supreme Forum of Ikwerre Government Recognized Traditional Rulers, formally declare open the 2025 Annual Conference of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, Rivers State Chapter to the glory of God and for the good of our society.”
At a post conference courtesy call at the instance of the Eze Gbakagbaka, the President of the Association, Dr. Ike Neliaku, described the Kung as an astute Fellow who is determined to add colour to the Institute regardless of any odds.
Also, the Council Member, Pastor Palunius Nsirim, who corroborated the President’s position, noted that His Majesty’s recognition was something valid given his contributions to the growth of the association.
“We value your presence with us. We will continue to benefit from your wise counsel. We won’t take your support for granted”, he said.
Climax of the visit was the decoration of Dr. Neliaku by the Evo apex King as a Honorary citizen of the Kingdom.
By: King Onunwor
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