RSU VC Inaugurates Road and Environmental Safety Committee

The Vice-Chancellor of Rivers State University (RSU), Professor Isaac Zeb-Obipi, has inaugurated a 28-member Road and Environmental Safety Committee to promote road safety, ensure compliance with traffic regulations and strengthen environmental sustainability across the university.

The inauguration took place on Friday, 16th October 2026, at the Vice-Chancellor's Conference Room.

The committee comprises representatives drawn from various faculties and units of the university.

Speaking at the event, Professor Zeb-Obipi charged members to discharge their responsibilities diligently and ensure that the university's roads and immediate environment remain safe and conducive for academic and administrative activities.

He explained that the committee will oversee road safety matters, review cases of reckless driving and recommend appropriate actions to relevant university authorities. He emphasised strict compliance with traffic regulations and responsible conduct among motorists and other road users within the campus.

The Vice-Chancellor also directed the committee to organise regular road safety awareness campaigns to educate the university community on the dangers of reckless driving, speeding, improper parking and other traffic violations.

On environmental sustainability, the committee is expected to monitor environmental awareness initiatives, promote responsible waste management and encourage practices that support a clean, healthy and sustainable campus.

The committee will submit periodic reports and recommendations to the university management, identify emerging road safety and environmental challenges and propose practical measures to address them.

Responding on behalf of the committee, its Chairman, Dr. Okemdi Chukwuma, thanked the Vice-Chancellor for the confidence reposed in members and described the inauguration as a welcome initiative.

Dr. Chukwuma assured that the committee would adopt a proactive approach, collaborate with relevant departments and prioritise public awareness, effective monitoring and compliance with safety guidelines.

The initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 on Good Health and Well-being, SDG 11 on Sustainable Cities and Communities and SDG 12 on Responsible Consumption and Production.