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 An avid scholar, Ernest-Bassey Asikong, a Professor of Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology in the Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Biological Sciences would on Wednesday July 17th deliver the 126th Inaugural Lecture  of the University of Calabar. Professor Ernest-Bassey Asikong,126th Inaugural Lecturer Prof Asikong's  lecture, entitled “Demystifying The Myth of Unprofitability of Microorganisms Unraveling their Relevance to Humanity, the Environment And Renewable Energy Solutions". The Vice Chancellor of the Institution, Prof. Florence Obi is expected to grace the Occasion as Chairman and Chief Host. Members of the University Community and the General Public are cordially invited to attend the enriching academic event at the Unical International Conference Center by 3:00pm.

 The Cross River State Ministry of Education, earlier today held its Management Meeting which was presided over by the Commissioner for Education, Senator Stephen Odey Ph D , at the Ministry's Headquarters, Calabar.  The meeting was to keep the Commissioner abreast of all the happenings in the various departments of the Ministry. After much deliberation the Commissioner stressed that all hands must be on deck, that he must not be everywhere at all times, as his representatives, he charged them to committedly discharge their duties with absolute diligence. Senator Odey, Commissioner For Education The Management Staff and the Commissioner, extensively deliberated on many issues geared towards the improvement and the development of the Education sector, the Commissioner further warned that under his watch, no illegalities will be condoned. He further sent a stern warning to all Principals and Head Teachers across the State to stick only to the Ministry's approved levies as anyone...

Professor Victor Okon Ansa, a renowned scholar and Consultant Cardiologist in the Department of Internal Medicine, University of Calabar is scheduled to present the 125th inaugural Lecture of the university of Calabar. The lecture, titled "In Matters of the Heart, All Hearts Matter. 'Cardiac Dropsy' (Heart Failure) on the Prowl: A Wake-Up Call to Maintain Cardiovascular Health,"  I'm this light, the Vice Chancellor of the Institution, Prof. Florence Obi is expected to grace the Occasion as the Chairman and Chief Host.  125th Inaugural Lecture is scheduled for: - Date: 26th June, 2024 - Time: 3:00 pm (prompt) - Venue: UNICAL International Conference Centre In addition to the lecture, attendees will have the opportunity to receive complimentary clinical assessments, including: - Blood Glucose Testing - Blood Pressure Measurement - Medical Consultations Members of the University Community and the general public are cordially invited to attend this enriching academic ...

The Institute of Oceanography, University of Calabar, has scheduled to hold a Public lecture on Maritime Safety and Security. themed "Promoting Safety in Maritime Industries".  The event aims to prevent accidents, injuries, and fatalities in the marine environment. According to the Local Organising Committee, experts from the maritime industry will lead discussions on :Pollution prevention and fire safety, Swimming safety, survival at sea and Maritime safety certification. The lecture which is expected to take place at the Senate Chambers of the University, will hold on Thursday, 20th June, 2024 at 10am prompt. The Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof. Florence Obi will grace the event as Chief Host/ Chairman of the occasion while the Director of IOC Prof. Udeme Enin will play host at the event. The University community and the general public are by this notice invited to take advantage of this very important lecture by making themselves available.

Following the accreditation exercise by the National Universities Commission, NUC between October/November, 2023 of Nigerian universities, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Prof. Florence Banku Obi has received a detailed report from the Commission clearing 35 departments with full accreditation and placing 4 others on interim basis. Record Breaking Unical VC, Prof Florence Obi In a letter dated June 6th, 2024 and signed by Engr. Abraham Chundusu, the Acting Director of Accreditation on behalf of the Executive Secretary of the Commission, University of Calabar bagged full accreditation for the Faculty of Engineering 5 departments including: Agricultural Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engincering and Petroleum Engineering. The departments of Mass Communication, Physiotherapy and Music followed suit.   Others are: Estate Management, Environmental Protection and Resource Management, Fine and Applied Arts, Survey and Geo-informatics, Ur...