RSU Inducts 5,601 Students at 44th Matriculation Ceremony; VC Emphasizes Discipline and Innovation

On Wednesday, 28th January 2026, the Rivers State University (RSU) officially welcomed 5,601 fresh students during its 44th Matriculation Ceremony held at the Convocation Arena.

Addressing the students, Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Isaac Zeb-Obipi congratulated them on earning admission through merit and urged them to strive for academic excellence, discipline, integrity, and leadership. 

He reminded the students that university life goes beyond the classroom and reinforced RSU’s zero-tolerance policy on examination malpractice and cultism, warning that violations could lead to expulsion.

Prof. Zeb-Obipi also encouraged timely payment of fees and proper registration, and highlighted support opportunities like the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). He urged students to uphold RSU’s motto: Excellence and Creativity.

The Vice-Chancellor shared that RSU received a JAMB admission quota of 11,715 for the 2025/2026 session, approved 9,549 admissions, with 8,448 candidates accepting offers, and 5,601 completing payment and matriculating.

According to the Vice-Chancellor, the Faculty distribution of Matriculants include: Administration & Management – 735; Agriculture – 52; College of Medical Sciences – 988; Communication & Media Studies – 702; Education – 130; Engineering – 1,137; Environmental Sciences – 137; Humanities – 204; Law – 218; Medical Laboratory Sciences – 71; Science – 962 and Social Sciences – 265.

Prof. Zeb-Obipi thanked parents and guardians for trusting RSU with their children’s education and encouraged them to use the Student Sponsor Account on the University portal to track progress. He also urged staff to continue shaping the minds and character of the next generation.

The Vice-Chancellor extended warm birthday wishes to the Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, noting that the ceremony coincided with his special day.