Rivers State University is the first Technological University in Nigeria and the first state-owned State University in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. The motto of the University is “Excellence and Creativity”. The University has a staff strength of about 1,800 and a student population of over 28,000.
Acronym | RSU |
Nickname | RSU |
Motto / Slogan | Excellence & Creativity |
Colour | Green, Dark Blue, White |
Founded | 1980 |
Location | Port Harcourt, Rivers, Nigeria |
Address | Rivers State University Nkpolu – Oroworukwo P.M.B. 5080 Port Harcourt, Rivers State Nigeria |
The mission of Rivers State University (RSU), is to be a “powerful force for learning, creativity, and enterprise, promoting economic, social, and cultural well-being”
Rivers State University's (RSU) vision is to become a leading center of academic excellence in Africa and beyond, aiming to be ranked among the best 1,000 universities in the world.
Rivers State University (RSU) aims to be a leading center of academic excellence, a world-class university, and a force for learning, creativity, and enterprise. Specifically, the university seeks to produce skilled manpower, advance learning, and contribute to the social, cultural, and economic needs of Nigeria.
Studying at the Rivers state University joins you to over 20,000 students from different cultures and backgrounds from across Nigeria and Africa. With our ever-increasing global reputation for excellence and creativity, and innovative approaches to teaching, you will be given the opportunity to join a community of professionals in a highly competitive and academic environment.
Rivers State University offers a vibrant, technology-driven and multicultural university, the Rivers State University of Science and Technology is definitely the place for you. What’s more, you’ll find that our fantastic range of undergraduate courses have been designed with your career aspirations in mind.
The University has an enviable reputation for providing quality, student-focused education in the warm and friendly environment that makes us so special. Our mission is to be a powerful force for learning, creativity and enterprise, promoting economic, social and cultural well being.
Acceptance Fee: N45000
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Phone : +234 810 444 4411
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CAREER AND ADMISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE: Prof. Zeb-Obipi was employed by the Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt in 1997 as an Assistant Lecturer, from the Post Primary School Management Board where he was first employed as Master Grade II in 1991 but rose to the rank of Senior Master (Economics), before transferring his service. He rose through the ranks to become a Professor of Management in 2018 with specialization in Organizational Behaviour, Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations; subjects he has taught for nearly twenty-eight years with over 100 publications and, produced over sixty doctoral graduates. Prof. Zeb-Obipi is the most senior Professor in the Department of Employment Relations and Human Resource Management, was the Director of the University’s Information and Communication Technology Centre (ICTC), University Orator, 79th Inaugural Lecturer, a member of the Senate, Management Committee and 14th Governing Council of this University. Other positions he has held include Course and Student Association Adviser, Programme Coordinator, Departmental and Faculty Examination Officer, Faculty Associate Dean, Dean of Student Affairs (DSA), and President of the University Senior Staff Club. He has also served as the Rivers State Branch Vice Chairman and National Secretary of the University Alumni Association and Alumni Representative in the 12th Governing Council of the University. He has to his credit, Management, Senate and Council committees’ Chairmanship/membership; and student, union, community, and gown-town leadership.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Marketing (1995) RSUST, Port Harcourt
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Bus... read more
West African Certificate (WASC, 1981), Akpor Grammer School Ozuoba, Port Harcourt
Mrs. I. B. S. Harry, attended the following Educational Institutions: Township School, Moscow Road, Port Harcourt (1968 – 1972); Archdeacon Crowther Memorial Girls’ School, Elelenwo (1972 – 1977); Federal School of Arts and Science, Sokoto (1977 – 1979); University of Ibadan, Ibadan (1979 – 1982), and the Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt.
Mrs. I. B. S. Harry, holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History, Post Graduate Diploma in Education and a Master of Arts degree in Law and Diplomacy.
She joined the services of the University on the 18th of January, 1990 and has served in various positions such as: Administrative Officer 1, Personnel Division – 18 Jan. – 5 Dec., 1990; Senate Officer II, Senate Division – 6th Sept.– 25th Nov, 1990; Personnel Officer (Non-Acad.) Personnel Div. – 1990 – 1995; Personnel Officer (Academic) Estab. Div. – 1996 – 2004; Prin. Asst. Reg. (Admin.) Registrar’s Office – Jan. 2004; Deputy Registrar (Admin.) Registrar’s Office – 2004 – 2014; Deputy Registrar/Sec., Postgraduate School – 2014 – 2016; Director, Establishment -16th June – Nov, 2017; Director/Secretary, Postgraduate School – 2017 – 2018; Director, Council Affairs – 2018-2024.
Dr. Juliet Chinedu Alex-Nmecha attended the following educational institutions: CSS Elele Alimini, 1998; Rivers State College of Education, Port Harcourt, 2001; Imo State University, 2011; University of Port Harcourt 2015 and Imo State University, Owerri 2018.
Dr. Alex-Nmecha holds a Bachelor of Education in Economics, Master of Library Science, Master of Education in Sociology of Education and a Doctorate degree in Library and Information Science.
Dr. Alex-Nmecha is the National Treasurer, Nigerian Library Association. Other positions held include: Acting Head, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Port Harcourt; Treasurer, Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Port Harcourt Branch; Chairman, Nigerian Library Association, Rivers State Chapter, Financial Secretary, Association of Women Librarians, Rivers State Chapter and Chapter Advisor, Association for Information Science and Technology, Africa.
Dr. Gift O. Eke holds a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, a Master of Business Administration in Management, a Master of Science in Accounting and a Doctorate degree in Accounting.
Dr. Gift O. Eke, is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, (FCA); Fellow of (ACCSA, USA), (FCCSA, USA); Certified Management Consultant (CMC); Associate of the Chartered Institute of Taxation, Nigeria; Associate of the Association of Chartered System Association USA (CSA, USA) and member, Association of the Institution of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, (ACA).
Dr. Gift O. Eke attended the following Educational Institutions: Army Children School, Bori Camp, Port Harcourt, (1983-1989) Army Day Secondary School Zamani Lekwot Cantonment, Bori Camp, Port Harcourt; (1989/1990-1994/1995); Rivers State University of Science and Technology, (1998-2002); Rivers State University of Science and Technology, (2004-2007); Rivers State University (2015-2017) and University of Uyo, (2014-2020).