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Vice Chancellor
Vision and Mission

Vision Statement

To be a globally rated University providing an excellent educational experience with high impact on society.

Mission Statement

The primary mission of the University of Jos is to serve the people of Nigeria and humanity at large by:

  • Encouraging and promoting a culture of excellence and building an innovative University
  • Delivering an outstanding and inclusive student academic experience as well as promoting good character

 

VC Welcome Speech

Promote research and academic excellence

Do you you want to Study at Unijos?

Why Choose Unijos ?

Great environment for academic excellence

Brief History of the University

The University of Jos started as a Campus of the University of Ibadan in November, 1971, with the appointment of Professor E. A. Ayandele as its first Acting Principlal. Its first home was the present Township campus of the University which is located along Murtala Mohammed way, Jos. Its first students admitted in January, 1972 were pre-degree students. Degree courses in Arts were introduced in October 1973 and in Science and Education the following year. The same year, the Bauchi Road Campus which then accommodated only the Faculties of Natural, environmental, Medical Sciences and Education was acquired. In October 1975, the then Military Government announced the establishment of seven new Universities and University Colleges including the University of Jos. 

Life at Unijos
1975
Year Open
3236
Staff Strength
40000
Students
250
Awards Won

Latest post

Unijos Best Graduating Student

33rd and 34th Convocation

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