Professor Patricia Mamko Lar has been appointed as the 11th substantive Vice Chancellor of the University of Jos, making her the first woman to hold this position in the university’s 50-year history. Her appointment was officially announced during a special meeting of the university’s 15th Governing Council on Thursday, chaired by Pro-Chancellor Senator Grace Folashade Bent.
Professor Lar succeeds Professor Tanko Ishaya, whose tenure as Vice Chancellor has recently concluded. In presenting the letter of appointment, Senator Bent urged the new Vice Chancellor to remain dedicated as she steps into her leadership role.
Professor Lar’s appointment represents a significant milestone for the University of Jos, breaking a long-standing gender barrier in academic leadership within the institution.
