The Vice Chancellor of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), Prof. Francisca Bassey, on Friday undertook an extensive inspection tour of key units in the institution, including ongoing second semester examinations, the Medical Centre, the Water Plant, and the ICT Hub NEGROIDHAVEN can report.
Examination Halls Inspected
Prof. Bassey, accompanied by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Stella-Maris Okey, and other principal officers, visited the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies where she ordered the re-arrangement of seats in the exam hall to ensure proper spacing between students.
According to UNICROSS Press, while addressing students briefly, the VC urged them to adequately prepare for their examinations, describing the exercise as “a pathway to test abilities at the end of studies.” She also prayed for the students, asking God to grant them success, retentive memory, and inspiration.
The Faculty of Education was also part of the examination inspection.
Medical Centre and Water Plant
At the University Medical Centre, Prof. Bassey was received by the Acting Medical Director, Dr. Victoria Briggs, who conducted her round the facility. The VC called for improved sanitary conditions and promised a turnaround maintenance to boost healthcare services.
She later proceeded to the University Water Plant, where she expressed displeasure at its deteriorating state. The VC threatened a temporary shutdown of the facility if urgent measures were not taken, and directed the DVC (Academic) to present a report on the plant’s operations.
ICT Hub Visit
The inspection tour ended at the university’s ICT hub, where young pupils on holiday are currently undergoing digital training under the sponsorship of Her Excellency, Rev. (Mrs.) Eyoanwan Bassey Otu, wife of the Cross River State Governor.
Prof. Bassey commended the children for investing their time in skill acquisition rather than idleness or social vices. However, she expressed concern over poor ventilation in the training room and ordered immediate measures to improve airflow.
