Rivers State Independent Publishers’ Association (RIVPA ) is set to hold the RIVPA Week, on June 3, 2017 at the Prestigious Golf Prince Hotel, in Port Harcourt.
The event according to the planning committee, is the first of its kind, and will celebrate individuals who have positively impacted on society through their policies and business
Some individuals lined up for the award include O.C.J Okocha SAN, HRH Eze, Amb. Sir (Dr.) Emeka  G. Ihunwo, FCAI, JP, Eze Woji, Nyenwe-Eli/ Paramount Ruler of Woji Community, Hon. Chief Ogbonna Nwuke, Chief Uche Ojor , Late Minere Amakiri, Chief Bekinbo Dagogo Jack  amongst several others.
Addressing Journalists, the RIVPA Chairman, Gloria Boma Harry expressed optimism that such recognition would motivate individuals to do much more for society.
Commenting on the ongoing Rivers at 50 celebration, she frowned at the exclusion of the local press in the coverage of activities, noting that the preference for Lagos press has led to loss of revenue, Â which has further compounded the financial woes of the Rivers press.
She urged the state government to critically review this trend and ensure that the Rivers press is given its pride of place as the history of Rivers State is incomplete without the celebration and recognition of the contributions of the local press in the development of the state.
Harry felicitated with the State government and Rivers people on the peaceful and successful celebrations.
