RSU, Glo Partners To Improve Digital Learning, Efficient Network Services

Rivers State University (RSU) and Globacom Nigeria Limited have partnered to enhance digital learning and communication within the university.

The partnership, known as the “RSU Staff and Students Close User Group,” aims to provide uninterrupted network and internet services across the university’s campuses.

During the launch event at the main campus held on tuesday in port Harcourt, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Zeb-Obipi Isaac, praised Globacom for selecting the university for this initiative.

He noted that poor network services have been a major challenge for the institution and expressed gratitude for Globacom’s commitment to improving digital connectivity and announced the purchase of one thousand and five hundred glo lines for use by new subscribers in the university.

Prof. Zeb-Obipi explained that the university is open to working with any network provider that can deliver efficient services, including fiber optic connectivity to enhance internet access.

He also requested that existing Globacom subscribers among staff and students be allowed to retain their lines without disruption.

Our challenges have been poor network issues,the moment you enter in to the university campus, you will begin to experience poor network problems.

ICC came and dropped one in the school and requested them to drag the fibre optic system to school ICT but uptill this moment, they have not returned and we will not wait for them but will move with any one that meets our desire “he stated.

Globacom’s consulting partner, Ambidex Media & Communication,Dr Chimbuo Victor outlined the benefits of the partnership, including a monthly subscription fee of N500 for participants. The company will install seven network masts across the university’s campuses to ensure seamless connectivity.

The partnership is expected to usher in a new digital era for RSU, enabling staff and students to access uninterrupted network services and enhancing digital learning opportunities.

“Lecturers and students on the group can learn more even after school hours on the platform using the platform.we are installing seven masks, four in the main campus,while the remaining three will be installed at Abara, Emohua and Ahaoda campus”he stated .

Akujobi Amadi