Skip to content

Calitown

News, Here, Everytime!

  • Home
  • News
    • Cross River News
  • Features
  • Community
  • Inspirational
  • Toggle search form
  • Boki Legislative Council Removes Leader Cross River News
  • C’River Women Threaten To Go Naked Over Cocoa Estate Privatisation Cross River News
  • Gov Otu Lauds South South Transformation Drive, Declares Region’s Support For Tinubu’s Continuity  Cross River News
  • CR Senator Deeply Saddened By Calabar/Itu Road Mishap Cross River News
  • Wife, Mother-in-law, Sister-in-law, Doctor & Catholic Priest Bag Jail Terms Over Lawyer’s Murder In Akwa Ibom News
  • FG Endorses Leboku In Abuja 2025! Cross River News
  • The Case For Continuity: A Scholarly Defence Of Hierarchy & The Re-Election Of Serving Senators In Nigeria’s National Assembly  Features
  • CRSG Pays Tribute, Holds Farewell Parade For Late Carnival Band Leaders  Cross River News

UNICROSS Alumni Welcome New Pro – Chancellor And VC 

Posted on January 26, 2025 By Admin No Comments on UNICROSS Alumni Welcome New Pro – Chancellor And VC 
Ugbo, Bassey

The University of Cross River State, UNICROSS, Alumni Association has welcomed the appointment of Fidelis Ugbo, Esq. as Pro-Chancellor/ Chairman of the Governing Council of the institution, just as it is pleased with the appointment of American Fulbright Scholar and Professor of Organic Chemistry, Francisca Bassey, as Acting Vice Chancellor. 

Inyali Peter and Njang Ndoma, National President and Secretary respectively, of the alumni, who signed a release to this effect, commended state governor Bassey Otu, “for appointing people of impeccable character and pedigree to lead the University at this challenging period.”

The alumni while congratulating Ugbo, stated that he is “an accomplished politician and administrator who distinguished himself as one time CRS Head of Service/Secretary to the State Government. An economist and a lawyer, the new council chairman has also served as the Executive Secretary of the prestigious National Planning Commission where he left lasting legacies. He is coming with a wealth of experience to help shape the policy direction of the university to achieve her goals.”

Similarly, the release stated that “the appointment of Bassey into this esteemed position is a tribute to her many years of hard work, academic excellence, and dedication to the education sector. Her impressive academic background and professional experience make her an ideal choice for the university at this time. As recipient of the prestigious American Fulbright Scholarship, she has demonstrated her commitment to academic excellence. Her numerous leadership training programmes, including those from the Fulbright Foreign Students’ Conference and the Graceland College Centre for Professional Development, have equipped her with the necessary skills to excel in this position.”

“Throughout her illustrious career, Bassey, she has held several positions in her primary place of work, the University of Calabar.” Bassey was Director of the Centre for Educational Services, Pioneer Director of the Directorate of Pre-Degree Programme, first female Director of Centre for General Studies, etc. 

She pioneered the implementation of Computer Based Tests for regular exams at the University of Calabar, the introduction of virtual lectures at UniCal , implemented the use of biometric devices for exam screening at the university, among others. This renowned academic and administrator, has published more than 50 research findings in highly regarded journals and supervised numerous postgraduate students. Her membership of various professional associations, including the Organization for Women Scientists in Developing Countries and the Chemical Society of Nigeria, demonstrate her commitment to advancing knowledge and promoting excellence in her field.

“The alumni look forward to working with her and the new council to address the challenges facing the institution”, the release concluded.

Share this post:

Share on X (Twitter) Share on Facebook Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn Share on Email Share on WhatsApp Share on Telegram
Cross River News, News Tags:Francisca Bassey, Inyali Peter, James Ugbo, Unicross Alumni

Post navigation

Previous Post: “It Is Outrageous For Marian Market To Be Bringing In Only N40,000 Monthly” – Calabar Mayor
Next Post: “Let’s Get Busy! No One Knows The Next Minute”, Jarigbe Tells C’River Politicians

Related Posts

  • Ebom/Usumutong Crisis: Hostilities Resume Breaking News
  • Jarigbe Commends Ayade For Not Compromising CRN Senatorial Election Cross River News
  • FG To Pay Setraco N27 Billion For Calabar-Oban-Ekang Road Cross River News
  • “Our Governor Cannot Say There Is No Money To Conduct LG Elections” – Utum Eteng Cross River News
  • Fmr Gov. Imoke’s Commissioner, Ricketts, Escapes Death Breaking News
  • Eta Mbora Beats Toyo To House Of Reps Seat Cross River News

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Recent Comments

  • Prevailing Truth on Still On The Matter Of Zoning The Position Of Vice Chancellor Of The University Of Calabar
  • Michael Eyong on The Appointment Of A VC For Unical Should Be Based On Merit, Not Ethnicity & Zoning
  • Samuel on The Appointment Of A VC For Unical Should Be Based On Merit, Not Ethnicity & Zoning
  • #Dr EWORO EMENG on “The People In Govt, Cannot Even Get The Taps To Run In Cross River After Two Years” – CR PDP Chieftain!

ADVERT: Click to Watch!

https://calitown.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/VID-20170928-WA0003.mp4
  • CRSG Hands PDP Chapter Chairmen Car Gifts News
  • Police Arrest Five Suspects Connected To Death Of Naval Officer…One Month To His Wedding Cross River News
  • JUST IN: Legislator’s Burial: Catholic Diocese May Turn Back On Corpse Cross River News
  • Imo Poly Kicks Against Student’s Claim That She Graduated With The Help Of Her Private Parts News
  • BETTA EDU: Jungle Justice And Where Is Her Father & Mentor President Tinubu? Features
  • Cross Riverian Killed In Canadian Embassy Fire In Abuja Cross River News
  • CR Senior Citizen Wins International Pageant Cross River News
  • Four Cross River Women Make List Of 100 Most Influential Women In Nigeria  Cross River News

CALITOWN
...News, Here, Everytime

Quick Menu

  • Home
  • News
    • Cross River News
  • Features
  • Community
  • Inspirational

Copyright © 2021 calitown
172 Greenwood Avenue , Hull. East Yorkshire. HU6 9NY

Powered by PressBook News WordPress theme