Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed the central role of education in the state’s long-term economic development as he joined 13,242 graduating students at the 37th and 38th Convocation Ceremony of Rivers State University (RSU).
Describing the graduates as “bright minds” whose hard work and resilience have brought them to a defining moment, Governor Fubara emphasized that their transition into the workforce represents not only personal achievement but also a crucial asset for the state’s future prosperity. He urged the graduating class to remain focused, innovative, and grounded in their values as they step into new professional and entrepreneurial paths.
According to the Governor, the success of RSU’s latest cohort reinforces Rivers State’s commitment to building a skilled workforce capable of driving growth across key sectors such as technology, agriculture, energy, and public service. “Rivers State believes in their capability to go and make a positive difference,” Fubara said, stressing that education is one of the state’s most strategic tools for unlocking economic opportunities and attracting investment.
Education as an Economic Catalyst
The convocation highlights the government’s broader vision of leveraging education to strengthen the state’s competitiveness. With over 13,000 new graduates entering the economy, stakeholders note that Rivers State stands to benefit from an expanded talent pool that can support innovation, stimulate entrepreneurship, and enhance productivity.
By investing in higher learning, technical training, and youth development, the state aims to reduce unemployment, improve human capital, and create a more diversified economy beyond its traditional reliance on oil and gas.
Governor Fubara’s message underlined this agenda, positioning graduates as partners in building a modern, knowledge-driven Rivers State capable of competing within both national and global markets.
A Day of Celebration and New Beginnings
The ceremony marked a milestone for thousands of families and for the institution itself, reflecting RSU’s continued role as a key intellectual hub in the Niger Delta. The Governor congratulated the graduates and encouraged them to carry the spirit of excellence into every sphere they enter.
“Congratulations,” he said, “Rivers State celebrates you.”