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UNICROSS VC Charges Newly Inducted Teachers to Embrace Resilience, Integrity

 



The Vice Chancellor of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), Prof. Francisca Bassey, has charged newly inducted teachers to embrace resilience, uphold professional ethics and demonstrate discipline, integrity and dedication in the discharge of their duties.

Prof. Bassey gave the charge on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, during the induction ceremony of the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) hosted by the university. She congratulated the inductees on their achievement and urged them to draw inspiration from worthy role models as they prepare to begin or advance their professional careers.

The Vice Chancellor emphasised that success in the teaching profession goes beyond academic qualifications, noting that effective teaching requires the practical application of acquired knowledge and skills, sound character, discipline and a commitment to continuous learning.

She encouraged the inductees to remain resilient in the face of professional challenges, uphold high moral standards and recognise the influence their conduct could have on the lives and character of their learners.

Prof. Bassey also prayed for divine wisdom, understanding and guidance for the newly inducted teachers, expressing hope that they would make meaningful contributions to the development of education and society.

Also speaking at the ceremony, the Dean of the Faculty of Education, UNICROSS, Prof. Onete U. Onete, charged the inductees to uphold professional standards and demonstrate competence, integrity and dedication in their teaching careers.

Prof. Onete stressed the importance of continuous professional development, urging the new teachers to improve their knowledge, strengthen their skills and remain receptive to new ideas and emerging developments in education.

He encouraged them to translate the knowledge acquired during their academic training into effective teaching practices, while maintaining ethical standards and demonstrating responsibility towards learners and society.

The Dean further highlighted the importance of mentorship, collaboration and lifelong learning, urging the inductees to serve as positive role models and contribute to the advancement of the teaching profession.

The Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) is responsible for regulating the teaching profession in Nigeria through teacher registration and licensing, the promotion of professional standards and continuing professional development.

Mr. Ugo Ali Lawrence, Director of Human Resource Management of the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), represented the Council’s Registrar and Chief Executive, Dr. Ronke Soyombo, at the induction ceremony.

The event was attended by members of the UNICROSS Management, academics, Heads of Departments and other stakeholders in the education sector.

The ceremony underscored the importance of equipping teachers with not only the requisite academic knowledge but also the ethical values, professional competence and sense of responsibility required to promote effective teaching and learning.

The inductees were reminded that their induction represented more than formal recognition of their academic achievements; it also signified a commitment to professionalism, accountability and lifelong service to humanity.


- UNICROSS Media Team

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