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ON OUR GRASSROOTS VISIT TO GOKANA LGA 16th August 2026 Today, 16th August 2026, I joined the leadership of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, on a grassroots engagement visit to Gokana Local Government Area. The delegation was led by our State Chairman, Engr. Chukwudi Dimkpa, and I was honoured to be there alongside my running mate, Hon. David Okumgba, and other key party leaders. In Gokana, we met with Local Government, Ward and Unit executives, as well as our committed party supporters. The purpose was clear: to strengthen our grassroots structures and to review our level of preparation ahead of…

Prof. Zeb-Obipi Donates over N3.5 Million Cash Gift to RSU for Security Gadgets Members of the Rivers State University Senior Staff Club have celebrated the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Isaac Zeb-Obipi, on the occasion of his birthday, commending his visionary leadership and significant contributions to the growth and development of the University. The celebration, which brought together members of staff from across the University, was marked by goodwill messages, camaraderie and expressions of appreciation for the Vice-Chancellor’s leadership and commitment to the advancement of Rivers State University. As part of the celebration, members of the Senior Staff Club raised over N3.5…

RSU Begins Construction of TETFund-Sponsored Medical Laboratory Science Faculty Building. Rivers State University (RSU) has commenced the construction of a new Faculty Building for the Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science, sponsored by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), as part of efforts to strengthen academic infrastructure and enhance teaching and learning. The project, designed in line with the current National Universities Commission (NUC) Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS), comprises a ground floor and two suspended floors and is expected to be completed within 365 days. The building will provide eight professorial offices, the Dean’s office, a Faculty Boardroom,…

RSU Walk for Life Promotes Preventive Healthcare, Healthy Living and Collaboration. Rivers State University has reiterated its commitment to promoting healthy living and preventive healthcare among members of the University community at the latest edition of the Walk for Life, hosted by Goldash United Football Club on Saturday, August 8, 2026. Speaking at the event, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Isaac Zeb-Obipi, expressed appreciation to Goldash United Football Club for hosting the edition and commended the initiative for providing members of the University community and other participants with an opportunity to engage in physical exercise while strengthening relationships, networking and partnerships. The…

RSU Breaks Ground for Advanced Law Research Centre as University, NCDMB Commit to Quality and Timely Completion Rivers State University has commenced construction of the Centre for Advanced Law Research, marking a significant step towards strengthening advanced legal research, scholarship and intellectual development in the university, Rivers State and Nigeria. The groundbreaking ceremony which was held on Tuesday 11th August, 2026, brought together the university management, members of the Faculty of Law, Physical Planning Directorate, project contractors and other stakeholders. The two-storey facility is designed to provide a specialised environment for advanced legal studies and high-level research. Speaking at the…

Dear fellow Youths of Okrika. I bring us greetings. As we join millions of fellow Youths all over the Globe celebrate this year’s episode with the theme: Different Contexts, Common Aspirations, let’s reflect on the theme and corroborate with our Aspirations to build a society worthy of our true Aspirations. This years theme as well thought out by World Youths leaders is in tandem with the period we finds ourselves in our dear country Nigeria. As we step into the political arena, let the theme resonate in our beings and purposes. Let’s not be the tools of disunity, thuggery, ballot…

Gov. Fubara swears in 12 New Permanent Secretaries, charges them on Excellence, Selfless Service to the State See full list. Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has charged the 12 newly sworn-in Permanent Secretaries to regard their appointments as a call to selfless service, urging them to provide purposeful leadership and reposition the state civil service for greater efficiency and improved service delivery. Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony at Government House, Port Harcourt, on Wednesday, the governor said the appointments was intended to strengthen the administrative machinery of government and enhance the implementation of policies and programmes that will accelerate…

Vice-Chancellor Commends Seamless Conduct of RSU 2026/2027 Post-UTME Screening Exercise The Vice-Chancellor of Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, Professor Isaac Zeb-Obipi, has expressed satisfaction with the smooth and efficient conduct of the ongoing Post-UTME screening exercise for candidates seeking admission into the University for the 2026/2027 Academic Session. Speaking after monitoring the exercise on Monday 27 July 2026, Professor Zeb-Obipi noted that the fully automated screening process has significantly enhanced the University’s operational efficiency and capacity. According to him, the digital examination system enables the University to accommodate more batches of candidates each day while ensuring a seamless and…

The Deputy Governorship Candidate of ADC, Rivers State. Hon. David Amapakaye Okumgba graced the funeral ceremony of Late Ma. Iyaye Ego Iniworikabo, mother of former councillor, ward 11, Hon. Kelvin Tams Awengs with a warm reception. Photo News.

GOV. FUBARA PRESE TS RIVERS STATE 2026 BUDGET STATEMENT: PRESENTED TO THE RIVERS STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY. (JULY 10, 2026). Protocols Mr Speaker, it is my pleasure to present the 2026 Rivers State Appropriation Bill to the Honourable members of the Rivers State House of Assembly for your consideration and passage into law. 2.​ As we all know, despite the challenges, the machinery of governance has continued to function in our dear State, and we have made significant progress in our priority areas of road infrastructure, human capital development, as well as in the security of lives and property. 3.​…