By Flowerbudnews
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Prof. Florence Banku Obi, has reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to its founding vision and mission, stating that the university has remained faithful to the ideals of its founding fathers.
The Vice Chancellor made the reaffirmation during courtesy visits to the Ndidem of the Quas and Paramount Ruler of Calabar Municipality, as well as the Ntoe of Akim, His Royal Majesty Eta Basey Eteta III.
Prof. Obi stated that the university’s past and present administrations have worked tirelessly to sustain the institution’s excellence and quality service to humanity, a statement by UniCal Public Relations Unlt disclosed.
She noted that the founding fathers of the institution laid a solid foundation for academic development, aiming to leave indelible mark on the sands of time.
The Vice Chancellor expressed gratitude to the host community for their unwavering support, which has been instrumental in the university’s success.
She used the occasion of the visit to invite the Paramount Ruler and his cabinet to the 37th Convocation and UNICAL @ 50 celebration, as a mark of respect and appreciation for the royal throne’s contributions to the institution.
In response, the Paramount Ruler, Ndidem Eta Bassey Eteta, congratulated Prof. Obi on her administration’s transformation of the institution.
He acknowledged the university’s implicit support to the community and pledged to attend the upcoming events.
The Royal Father emphasized the importance of sustaining proactive initiatives towards ensuring qualitative education and pledged his continued support to the institution.
