The Dean of Student Affairs of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), Dr. Victor Ndifon, has advised newly elected Students’ Union Government (SUG) leaders to prioritise constructive engagement with university management and operate within the framework of established institutional policies, particularly the Students’ Handbook.
Dr. Ndifon gave the advice following the release of the certified results of the 2026 SUG elections conducted across the university’s Calabar, Ogoja and Okuku campuses.
Speaking in his capacity as Chairman of the Electoral Commission for the 2026 SUG elections, the Dean urged the newly elected student leaders to understand the hierarchy of policies governing university operations and respect established procedures and channels of engagement, especially in matters concerning their Constitution.
The elections produced new student representatives who will serve the interests of the university’s student population across the three campuses.
Calabar Campus SUG Election Results
At the Calabar Campus, Ernest Ernest Asuquo of the Department of Civil Engineering emerged as SUG President with 1,356 votes, while Ayuk Peace Kennedith of the Faculty of Physical Sciences was elected Vice President with 982 votes.
Other elected executive members include:
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Ayim Samuel Esse – Secretary General, Faculty of Education (576 votes).
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Joy Patrick Omini – Director of Finance, Faculty of Computing (656 votes).
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Charkpen Enaugha Egbe – Treasurer, Faculty of Engineering (553 votes).
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Ezekiel Atabashi – Director of Socials, Faculty of Physical Sciences (965 votes).
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Ephraim Oyo Okon – Director of Sports, Faculty of Education (516 votes).
Fourteen senators were also elected to represent various constituencies at the Calabar Campus. They are:
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Ochui John Akpashu – Faculty of Physical Sciences.
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Uwak Okon Offiong – Faculty of Physical Sciences.
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Daniel Etim Etim – Faculty of Biological Sciences.
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Ernest Godswill Egwu – Faculty of Environmental Sciences.
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Watson Eyong Ukpor – Faculty of Environmental Sciences.
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Ikimishi Johnson A. – Hostel Constituency.
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Ernerst Ezekiel Akpan – Faculty of Education.
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Ojua David Efenji – Faculty of Education.
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Archibong Emmanuel – Faculty of Computing.
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Daniel Abam – Faculty of Computing.
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Ekanem Francis Odo – Faculty of Communication and Media Studies.
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Augustine Ekan Maleme – Faculty of Communication and Media Studies.
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Williams Anietie James – CES.
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Walu Vandeyoon Isaac – Faculty of Architecture.
Okuku Campus SUG Election Results
At the Okuku Campus, Onyam Emmanuel of the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences was elected Vice President with 133 votes, while Ekpezu Hope Ukpai, also of the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, emerged as Assistant Secretary General with 78 votes.
Five senators were elected at the campus. They are:
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Ogar Emmanuel Udenyi – Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences.
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Bassey Wisdom O. – Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences.
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Anabea Bright Emmanuel – Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences.
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Joseph Benjamin – Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry.
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Ogar Sunday Coolest – Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry.
Ogoja Campus SUG Election Results
At the Ogoja Campus, Akpoga Francis U. of the Faculty of Management Sciences emerged as Vice President with 124 votes.
The two elected senators are Aniah Jude A. and Francis Blessing A., both of the Faculty of Management Sciences.
Successful Candidates Met Eligibility Requirements
The Student Affairs Division confirmed that all successful candidates satisfied the stipulated administrative, academic and medical eligibility requirements for the elections.
These requirements included the prescribed Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA), satisfactory examination performance and negative National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) test results.
The certified election results were signed and released by the Dean of Student Affairs, Dr. Victor Ndifon, and the Student Affairs Officer, Ofem E. Ofem.
UNICROSS Reaffirms Commitment to Student Leadership Development
The release of the certified results reflects the university’s commitment to democratic participation, effective student representation and leadership development.
The university also acknowledged the purposeful leadership of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Francisca Bassey, whose administration continues to provide an enabling environment for student participation and institutional growth.
The newly elected SUG leaders are expected to represent the interests of students while maintaining constructive relationships with university management and respecting the institution’s established policies and procedures.
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