By Our Reporter
The Vice‑Chancellor of the University of Calabar (Unical), Prof. Florence Obi, has officially commissioned the university’s ultramodern fuel station.
Incorporated as Unical Petroleum and Gas Ltd, the new outlet located at Eta Agbor, close to the school campus, is a joint venture between the institution and DonCally Resources Limited.
UniCal authorities said the gesture isaimed at providing affordable, reliable fuel to students, staff and the surrounding community while shoring up the finances of the University.
Speaking during a brief ceremony, the Vice Chancellor praised the partnership as a “model of academia‑industry collaboration that fuels both knowledge and progress,” and expressed gratitude to God for the station’s fruition despite initial challenges.
Prof. Obi described the facility as an “ultra‑modern fueling station” and commended DonCally Resources Ltd for forging a strong partnership and bringing the project to life.
Also speaking, the Managing Director of Unical Petroleum and Gas Ltd, Mr. Idongesit Eyibio, thanked the Vice‑Chancellor and the university management for their support.
He said the station’s meters are accurate, adding that, service runs until 12 p.m. to ensure access to petroleum products at any time.
The MD said the facility boasts a storage capacity of 135,000 litres of PMS, 45,000 litres of diesel and 20,000 kg of gas.
