It is with immense pleasure that I welcome our newly admitted and returning students back to the University of Port Harcourt; a distinguished institution committed to academic excellence, character development, innovation and service to humanity.

To our fresh students, congratulations on gaining admission into our UNIQUE UNIPORT. Your admission marks the beginning of an exciting journey of learning, discovery, personal growth and preparation for a fulfilling future.

As you settle into university life, I encourage you to embrace the opportunities available to you, cultivate good character, uphold the University’s values and remain focused on your academic goals which brought you here.

To our returning students, Welcome back. I commend your continued commitment to your academic pursuits and encourage you to approach the new academic session with renewed determination, discipline and a strong desire to excel. May the session be productive, rewarding and filled with new opportunities for growth and achievement.

At the University of Port Harcourt, we are committed to providing an environment that supports learning, research, innovation and the holistic development of our students.

I urge you to take your academic responsibilities seriously, make responsible choices, respect the University’s rules and regulations and maintain a spirit of mutual respect, integrity and peaceful coexistence.

As part of our continuing efforts to improve service delivery and the student experience, the University has introduced the Unified Portal System (UPS), which provides a central online platform for accessing designated student services.

I encourage you to familiarize yourselves with the portal and make appropriate use of the services available to you.

As you begin or continue your journey with us, remember that your time at the University is an opportunity not only to earn a degree but also to build the knowledge, skills, values and resilience needed to contribute meaningfully to society.

I wish you a rewarding, productive and successful academic experience.

Welcome to the University of Port Harcourt!

With best wishes,

PROF. CHIKE, PRINCEWILL R. CHIKE, B.Med.Sc., M.B.,B.S., M.Sc., M.D., (UPH) FAGP, FIIA, DMP, DSSRS
Vice-Chancellor
University of Port Harcourt.