By Archibong Emmanuel
CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Solemn Assembly marks the beginning of the 2025/2026 Academic Session and welcomes the New students into the institution.
It was also the last Solemn Assembly under Prof. Obi’s administration.
Dignitaries at the event include the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Florence Obi, Deputy Vice Chancellors of Academics and Administration, Profs Tony Enyang and Grace Eno Ita, DVC Research and Linkages, Prof. Peter Okafor, the Registrar, Dr Mrs Chukwuma Icha, Dean Provost College, Prof. Ubana Eyong, other Principal Staff, Deans, Directors, Professors, HODs, staff and students.
The Assembly was led by the Guest Preacher, Rev Fr. Bob Etta, SSA to Governor Bassey Otu, Moderator. Other men of God include Rev. Fr. Emmauneln Orok Duke (PhD); Rev. Lawrence Ekwok (PhD); Rev. Joseph Ushie, PhD; Pastor Prof. Kyrain Ojong, and Rev. Fr. Prof. Godfrey Ukpabio.
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The Chairman of Calabar Municipal Local Government Council, Apostle Rt. Hon. James Anam has hosted a Solemn Assembly and Thanksgiving Service to commemorate his first anniversary in Office. The event, held at the council headquarters, was a moment of reflection, gratitude, and renewed commitment to the service guide.
In his opening remarks, Apostle Anam expressed heartfelt gratitude to God for His faithfulness throughout his one year in office. He recalled that his administration began on November 4, 2024, with a solemn assembly dedicated to God, and emphasised that the journey so far had been guided by divine grace.
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The Chairman reaffirmed his vision to renovate and improve the council’s facilities for better staff productivity, noting that his leadership remains aligned with the developmental direction of Governor Bassey Otu. He announced progress toward stabilising the council’s electricity supply through the installation of a new generator and reconnection to PHED, assuring that the lighting sector would henceforth remain steady.
Apostle Anam encouraged staff to embrace teamwork and constructive contributions instead of criticism, urging everyone to support government efforts with ideas and commitment. “Growth is from God,” he said. “For progress to happen, we must be ready to take little steps and overcome challenges one at a time.” He further assured workers of improved welfare and a more joyful end-of-year celebration as appreciation for their dedication.
Delivering the sermon, Apostle Dr Ekpe E. Offiong commended the chairman for his faith-driven leadership and made prophetic declarations of promotion, success, and divine wisdom upon him and his team. He expressed gratitude for the chairman’s consistent spiritual and developmental efforts within the council.
The President of Calabar Municipal Traditional Rulers Council, HRM Ndidem Dr Eta Bassey Eteta, applauded Apostle Anam’s leadership, urging him to continue in the path of goodness and uphold the legacy of good governance. Similarly, the Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr Patrick Okon, offered prayerful words of encouragement, urged the chairman to have a reflective mechanism in his leadership style and alignment with the Governor Otu “People First” mantra.
The solemn assembly concluded with moments of worship, thanksgiving, and goodwill messages from friends and stakeholders.
Attendees included Apostle Dr Sunday Charles, Mrs Ekanem Henshaw, Bishop Udoh Inang, and Arch. Dr Richard Eyamba (JP), Bishop Mrs Archibong Archibong, Bishop Chris Obasse, Pastor Bassey Mbang, Apostle Dr Ekpe E. Offiong, Rev. Dr Etim Caiaphas, Bishop Dr Joshua Umoh, SA Inter-Party Nkoyo Otu, council staff, traditional rulers, and invited guests.
