INFO | 151st Inaugural Lecture of the University of Calabar | Professor David Lishinilimle Imbua

The 151st Inaugural Lecture of the University of Calabar was a landmark academic event, where Professor David Lishilinimle Imbua (Professor of Atlantic History and Development Studies) delivered a compelling and insightful lecture titled:

“Calabar in the Atlantic Mirror: Myths, Misconceptions, and Realities.”

Held on Thursday, 20th November 2025 at the Godswill Akpabio International Conference Centre, the event convened the university community, scholars, historians, and the general public to critically examine the historical narratives, entrenched myths, and profound realities of Calabar’s pivotal role in the Atlantic world.

The lecture was chaired by the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Professor Florence Banku Obi, who, on behalf of the University Senate, Management, Staff, and Students, hosted this significant intellectual contribution to historical scholarship.

Whether you are a historian, a student of development studies, or simply intrigued by the complex tapestry of Atlantic history and its local intersections, this lecture provides a masterful deconstruction of history, challenging perceptions and revealing deeper truths about a crucial hub in global narratives.

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