The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has appointed Professor Patricia Mamko Lar as its 11th substantive Vice-Chancellor, making her the first woman to occupy the position in the institution’s history.
Her appointment was announced on Thursday by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the University’s Governing Council, Senator Grace Folashade Bent, during a special meeting of the 15th Governing Council.
Professor Lar succeeds Professor Tanko Ishaya, whose tenure as Vice-Chancellor has come to an end.
While presenting her appointment letter, Senator Bent urged the incoming Vice-Chancellor to remain focused and committed to her responsibilities as she prepares to lead the institution.
The appointment marks a historic milestone for the university, which was established in 1971 and has had 10 substantive Vice-Chancellors before her emergence.
Professor Lar is a Professor of Medical Microbiology at the University of Jos, where she has served in various academic and administrative capacities.
She previously served as Acting Vice-Chancellor of Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja, formerly known as the University of Abuja.
Her emergence makes her the first female substantive Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jos in its 50-year history.
