By Asuquo Cletus, Calabar
The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has approved the immediate dissolution of the current Governing Council of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) and appointed a new council to take over the affairs of the institution.
The new appointments, which take immediate effect, include Professor Francisca Bassey as the Acting Vice Chancellor, Dr. Fidelis Ugbo as the Pro-Chancellor, and Hon. Francis Ettah and Prof. Susan Etim as members of the Governing Council.
According to a statement issued on Sunday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Nsa Gill, the outgoing Acting Vice Chancellor has been directed to hand over to Professor Bassey immediately.
The Governor expects the new council to maintain peace and stability during the academic session, prioritize staff and student welfare, and uphold high teaching and learning standards.
“The Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has approved the immediate dissolution of the current Governing Council of the University of Cross River State (UniCross).
“Consequent upon the dissolution, the Governor has also approved the appointment of Professor Francisca Bassey as the new Acting Vice Chancellor of the University.
“Dr. Fidelis Ugbo is hereby appointed the Pro-Chancellor of the University.
“Also to serve as members of the new Governing Council of the University are Hon. Francis Ettah and Prof. Susan Etim. The full list of the new Governing Council will be released shortly, however, by the directive of the Governor, these appointments take immediate effect. ”
The state government, according to the statement, is committed to the welfare and well-being of staff and students, as well as high standards in teaching and learning in the university.
