The Director of Physical Planning, University of Calabar, Arc. James Onun Ikpi has been formally inducted as a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA), marking a significant milestone in his distinguished professional career.
The prestigious fellowship Induction held at State House Conference Centre, Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, is regarded as the highest honour within the architectural profession in Nigeria, and is conferred on architects who have demonstrated outstanding contributions, leadership, and commitment to the advancement of the field.
Arch. Ikpi’s elevation to the Fellowship cadre reflects decades of exemplary service, innovation, and dedication to architectural excellence within and beyond the University of Calabar.
Colleagues, staff of the university, and professional associates have described the honour as well-deserved, noting that Arch. Ikpi has consistently exemplified professionalism, creativity, and integrity in the discharge of his duties.
His leadership in physical planning and infrastructural development at UNICAL has been widely acknowledged as transformative.
His fellowship induction stands as an inspiration to younger professionals and a testament to the gains of diligence, vision, and commitment to excellence.
In a remark, the award winning Director of Physical Planning, Unical, Arch. James Onun Ikpi, while expressing his gratitude for the honour, reaffirmed his dedication to the architecture profession, and his continued service to the University of Calabar and the nation at large.
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