GOVERNOR FUBARA APPROVES RSU’S KIRA CAMPUS AS TEMPORARY HOME FOR NIGERIA’S FIRST FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF ENVIRONMENT AND TECHNOLOGY IN OGONILAND

 

In a landmark move that blends education, environmental action, and national development, Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has officially approved the Kira Campus of Rivers State University (RSU) in Tai Local Government Area as the temporary take-off site for the newly established Federal University of Environment and Technology in Ogoniland.

 

The new institution, recently approved by President Bola Tinubu, is designed to be a specialized hub for environmental studies and technological innovation, directly addressing the environmental crises that have long plagued Ogoniland and the Niger Delta region.

 

Fubara’s Inspection Visit — A Personal Commitment

Governor Fubara made the announcement during an on-site inspection of the Kira Campus, where he personally assessed the state of the facilities. Accompanied by RSU Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Okogbule Nlerum, Tai Local Government Chairman, Hon. Matthew Dike, and former RSU Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Barineme Fakae, Fubara expressed confidence that the campus — recently renovated by RSU — is fully equipped to support the university’s immediate operations.

 

“We have enough land, and the infrastructure is in great shape thanks to RSU’s efforts,” Fubara assured. “This campus can immediately support learning, research, and innovation as the university takes off.”

 

How It All Started — A Request from the National Security Adviser

Fubara disclosed that the decision to release the campus was prompted by a formal request from the National Security Adviser (NSA), urging the Rivers State Government to provide a suitable facility to kickstart the federal university.

 

“This request came directly from the NSA, appealing for the state’s partnership in making this dream a reality,” Fubara explained. “As a responsible government, we took it seriously, knowing the importance of this university to both Rivers State and the entire nation.”

 

Official Handover to Federal Government Imminent

The governor emphasized that while the Kira Campus belongs to Rivers State University, and by extension the Rivers State Government, it will now be formally handed over to the Federal Government to facilitate the university’s seamless take-off.

 

“After this inspection, we will officially issue a letter of release to the Federal Government, ensuring there are no bureaucratic delays in getting the university started,” Fubara confirmed.

 

More Than a Campus — A Symbol of Environmental Redemption

Governor Fubara hailed the establishment of the university as a transformative moment for Ogoniland, long known for its devastating environmental challenges caused by decades of oil exploration.

 

“This is not just about a new university,” he said. “This is about empowering Ogoni youth, creating a center of excellence for environmental research, and ensuring that future generations have the skills and knowledge to solve environmental problems that have plagued this region for far too long.”

 

Educational and Economic Boost for Ogoniland

Beyond academics, Fubara highlighted the university’s potential to stimulate economic growth in the area. Increased student population, research projects, faculty hiring, and related economic activity will inject fresh life into local communities, creating new jobs and business opportunities.

 

“This is a win for education, a win for the environment, and a win for economic development — all at once,” the governor declared.

 

A Legacy in the Making

As the Federal University of Environment and Technology prepares to open its doors, Fubara stressed that the institution will stand as a legacy project, not only for his administration but for the people of Ogoniland and future environmental scientists across Nigeria.

 

“This university will not just teach environmental science — it will help solve real environmental problems in Ogoniland and beyond,” he concluded.

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