The Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District and former Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency, Senator Simon Lalong, has expressed delight over the appointment of Professor Patricia Mamko Lar as the Vice Chancellor of the University of Jos.
Senator Lalong describes the appointment as a well-deserved recognition of Professor Lar’s outstanding contributions to education, scholarship and university administration, noting that her wealth of experience and proven leadership credentials make her well suited for the responsibility.
He particularly recalls her impressive record as Acting Vice Chancellor of Yakubu Gowon University, formerly the University of Abuja, where she demonstrated administrative capacity, commitment to academic excellence and the ability to provide purposeful leadership in the university system.
The Senator, who is particularly delighted that Professor Lar hails from his constituency in Plateau South, says her appointment is a source of pride to the people of the area and Plateau State at large. He expresses confidence that she will bring her wealth of experience, dedication and vision to bear in advancing the fortunes of the University of Jos.
Senator Lalong urges her to see the appointment as an opportunity to further contribute to national development through quality education, research, innovation and the nurturing of future leaders.
He expresses optimism that under her leadership, the University of Jos will consolidate its achievements, address emerging challenges and attain greater heights as one of Nigeria’s foremost institutions of higher learning.
The Senator congratulates Professor Patricia Mamko Lar on this significant milestone and wishes her a successful and impactful tenure.
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