ICAN Engages UNICROSS Leadership on Academic Collaboration
He also called for increased institutional support for staff and students, particularly in participating in ICAN’s Mandatory Continuing Development Programme, noting its importance for capacity building and professional competence.
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ICAN Engages UNICROSS Leadership on Academic Collaboration
A delegation from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) Calabar District Society, on Wednesday, March 26, 2026, paid a courtesy visit to the Vice Chancellor of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), Prof. Francisca Bassey, to explore opportunities for institutional collaboration and professional development in accounting education.
Led by Elder Gershom Davis, Secretary of the District Society who represented the Chairman, Dr. Glory Effiom, the delegation highlighted ICAN’s role in advancing accounting practice and outlined plans to strengthen engagement with the University. Key proposals included the establishment of an ICAN training centre in Calabar and collaboration to secure accreditation for the University’s Accountancy programme. Elder Davis emphasized that accreditation would enhance graduates’ professional prospects and facilitate their transition to chartered status.
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He also called for increased institutional support for staff and students, particularly in participating in ICAN’s Mandatory Continuing Development Programme, noting its importance for capacity building and professional competence.
In her response, Prof. Bassey appreciated the visit and reaffirmed the University’s commitment to continuous learning and high academic standards.
She encouraged departments to leverage funding opportunities such as TETFund and NELFund and expressed concern that ICAN accreditation had not yet been secured for the Accountancy programme, citing previous communication gaps.
The Vice Chancellor assured the delegation of the University’s readiness to address the accreditation process and strengthen collaboration, while urging the Department of Accountancy to take proactive steps and uphold academic diligence.
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The visit concluded with the presentation of commemorative items and a letter of commendation to the Vice Chancellor in recognition of her leadership.
The ceremony was attended by principal officers of the University, including Prof. Stella Maris-Okey, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic); Prof. Thomas Ojikpong, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration); Dr. Catherine Osai, Registrar; Dr. Victoria Iyishu, Librarian; Mr. Wilson Aniyom, Bursar; Prof. Hannah Etta, Director of Academic Planning and Mr. Onen Ebri Onen, Public Relations Officer.
— UNICROSS Media Team
