UNICAL to rename former registry building after late Ufot
17 March 2025 |
2:04 am
The Senate of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) has approved the renaming of its former registry building in honour of the late Dr. Onofiok Andrew Ufot, the institution’s pioneer registrar. This decision acknowledges his invaluable contributions to the growth and development of the university and his distinguished legacy in education and administration.
The Senate of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) has approved the renaming of its former registry building in honour of the late Dr. Onofiok Andrew Ufot, the institution’s pioneer registrar. This decision acknowledges his invaluable contributions to the growth and development of the university and his distinguished legacy in education and administration.
The renaming of the building coincides with Dr Ufot’s recent posthumous induction into the prestigious Hope Waddell Hall of Fame, an honour bestowed upon him as part of the 130th-anniversary celebrations of the Hope Waddell Training Institution, Calabar.
The late Ufot played a pivotal role in establishing the administrative framework that has guided UNICAL’s progress over the decades. His contributions extended beyond administration. He was a mentor to young academics, a guiding force in university governance, and a respected leader in the education sector. His visionary leadership helped lay the foundation for the institution’s culture of knowledge, innovation, and community service.
Speaking on the honour, the university said: “Though he may no longer be physically present, his work, ideals, and values remain deeply woven into the fabric of UNICAL. For the University of Calabar, the legacy of the late Ufot is not just history—it is a guiding light for the future.”
Speaking on behalf of the family, Mr Udeme Ufot expressed deep gratitude to the Senate of the University of Calabar for the honour conferred on their late patriarch. “It is gratifying to note that our father’s pioneering efforts have been recognised so many years after his passing. We are immensely grateful to the university for this noble gesture, which will serve as great encouragement to those currently in positions of responsibility.
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