RSU Honours Omubo-Pepple, Harry for Dedicated Service
RSU Honours Omubo-Pepple, Harry for Dedicated Service
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Rivers State University (RSU), Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, has honoured two former Principal Officers, Professor Valentine B. Omubo-Pepple, former Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), and Dr. Ibimonia B. S. Harry, former Registrar, in recognition of contributions to growth and development of institution.
The End-of-Tenure Ceremony held on Friday, October 23, 2026, at University's Convocation Arena.
Speaking at ceremony, Vice-Chancellor, Professor Isaac Zeb-Obipi, emphasised importance of building relationships beyond official responsibilities. He described Prof. Omubo-Pepple as energetic gentleman and commended his effectiveness as DVC Academic, as well as generosity and leadership qualities.
The Vice-Chancellor also praised Dr. Harry for meticulous approach to work, particularly attention to detail and commitment to ensuring administrative responsibilities were handled diligently.
Prof. Zeb-Obipi expressed appreciation to staff for support towards university's development and wished both former officers success in future endeavours.
In his remarks, Chairman of Occasion and former Vice-Chancellor, Emeritus Professor S. C. Achinewhu, congratulated honourees and reflected on their professional journeys, commending Vice-Chancellor for sustaining End-of-Tenure Ceremony.
In separate responses, Prof. Omubo-Pepple and Dr. Harry expressed gratitude to management and colleagues for support throughout tenures. Prof. Omubo-Pepple described time in office as opportunity to serve and attributed progress to teamwork, while Dr. Harry described tenure as significant chapter and emphasised diligence, integrity and teamwork in university administration.
The ceremony featured goodwill messages from families of honourees, unions and associations, Faculty of Science, Registry, Committee of Provosts and Deans and Principal Officers. Highlights included performance by University Mass Choir, presentation by Department of Theatre and Film Studies, toast, cake-cutting and presentation of gifts.
