By: Vitalis Ugoh, Calabar
The 12th Vice Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Prof. Offiong Efanga Offiong has finally been sworn in as he the Oath of office on Monday, December 1, 2025.
The investiture was held at the Godswill Akpabio Conference Centre within the University campus.
The colourful ceremony was witnessed by arrays of dignitaries from the Federal and State governments, as well as traditional, academic, business circles and the university hierarchy.
Offiong, Professor of Organic Chemistry succeeds the first female Vice Chancellor, Prof Florence Obi.
Obi had completed her tenure of single five years.
The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the 14th Governing Council school, former DIG Ekpoudom, said that many had thought that appointment of a substantive VC would not be feasible, but God made it possible.
He added that during his tenure, many key appointments have been made as a result of harmony between his council and the University management.
Earlier, in his inaugural address, Offiong, pledged to lead with integrity, transparency and a listening ear.
“I will be a servant leader for the entire University community. We are prepared to challenge conventions, and where necessary, take firm actions to realise our objectives”.
“There will be zero tolerance for indiscipline, including admission racketeering and fraudulent NYSC mobilisation.”
The new VC pledged to improve on security, rebrand the school as a centre of serious intellectual engagement.
He assured that his tenure will emphasize on investing in education.
