Nigeria, Nov. 12 -- The University of Jos (UNIJOS), Jos, Plateau State, has appointed Professor Patricia Lar as its 11th substantive vice-chancellor, making her the first woman to be appointed to the position since the institution was established more than five decades ago.

The appointment was announced on Thursday by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Grace Bent, during a special meeting of the university's 15th Governing Council.

She succeeds Professor Tanko Ishaya, whose tenure ends this month.

While presenting the appointment letter, Ms Bent urged the incoming vice-chancellor to remain focused and committed to leading the institution.

Professor Lar is a medical microbiologist who joined the University of Jos...