Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Orowurukwu, Port Harcourt, proudly announced that it has received full accreditation from the National Universities Commission (NUC) for all 18 programs presented during the recent accreditation exercise.
The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Nlerum Okogbule, revealed this achievement at a press briefing held in his office on Monday, July 1.
The accreditation follows the latest evaluation conducted by the NUC in October and November of 2023.
Prof. Okogbule emphasized the significance of this accomplishment, stating, “It is my pleasure to inform you and the general public that Rivers State University scored 100 per cent in the October/November 2023 Accreditation Exercise conducted by the National Universities Commission. The university obtained full Accreditation status for all 18 academic programs presented for the exercise.”
He further noted that this was the second consecutive year the institution has achieved a perfect score in accreditation exercises.
“This is a rare and unprecedented feat in the annals of the history of the University. It is the second time that the university will record this level of success in the accreditation exercise since its establishment in 1980. It will be recalled that last year we also reviewed 100% in the 24 programs presented,” Prof. Okogbule added.
This milestone underscores Rivers State University’s commitment to maintaining high academic standards and providing quality education to its students.
The Vice-Chancellor expressed his gratitude to the faculty, staff, and students for their dedication and hard work in achieving this notable success.
The full accreditation of these programs not only enhances the university’s reputation but also ensures that graduates from these programs are well-prepared to meet the demands of their respective fields.
As Rivers State University continues to strive for excellence, this achievement serves as a testament to the institution’s ongoing efforts to uphold the highest standards of academic performance and integrity.