Two major assets that may help the Rivers State University (RSU) meet new set targets have been set up by Isaac Zeb-Obipi, the Vice-Chancellor who has inaugurated the ‘RSU Children’s Parliament’ and the ‘University Student/Pupil Choir’ as part of efforts to promote inclusion, leadership development and talent discovery among children within the university community.
The VC announced the initiatives during the 2026 Children’s Day celebration where he administered the 2026 Children’s Day Pledge to children drawn from the RSU Staff School, International Secondary School (ISS), the University Women Association Educational Centre and staff children from other schools within Port Harcourt.
To constitute the leadership of the Children’s Parliament, representatives were nominated from the three schools, along with a representative for staff children from other schools. Anita Ihugba Wome of the International Secondary School emerged as Speaker, while Rejoice Amanyie of the Staff School was elected Deputy Speaker. Abinye Jason of the UWA Educational Centre was selected as Clerk and Cherish Izeoma of Compass International School became a member representative.
The VC said the initiative would provide children with a platform to express their views and contribute ideas on issues affecting them within the university community. He noted that it was designed to build confidence, leadership skills and active participation among children.
