UNIJOS Promotes 18 Academic Staff to Professors
The University of Jos has promoted 18 academic staff to the rank of Professor, effective from 1st October 2022. This post lists the new Professors and their fields, such as Mathematics, History, Chemistry, and Law. Additionally, 24 staff members were promoted to Associate Professor. Keep reading to learn more about these advancements and the experts leading various disciplines at UNIJOS.
The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has announced the promotion of 18 academic staff members to the prestigious rank of Professor in various disciplines. This promotion was approved by the Appointment and Promotions Committee (Senior Staff), led by Vice-Chancellor Professor Tanko Ishaya.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution | University of Jos |
| Effective Date | 1st October 2022 |
| Promotion | To Professors |
| Total Promoted | 18 Academic Staff |
| Fields | Mathematics, History, Chemistry, Law, etc. |
| New Professors | Sunday Joshua, Kums Ponfa Dombong, etc. |
| Additional | 24 to Associate Professors |
| Committee | Appointment and Promotions |
Newly Promoted Professors
Here are the distinguished individuals who have achieved this honour:
- Dr. Sunday Joshua: Professor of Computational/Numerical Mathematics
- Dr. Kums Ponfa Dombong: Professor of African History
- Dr. Gushit John Stephen: Professor of Analytical Chemistry
- Dr. Janet Plang Punyit: Professor of Gender Studies and Gerontology
- Dr. Okoli Chinwe Kate: Professor of Refugee/IDPs Law and International Humanitarian Law
- Dr. Dadughun Sauaryi Isa: Professor of Test & Measurement
- Dr. Abok Ibrahim Ishaya: Professor of Paediatric Endocrinology/General Paediatrics
- Dr. Iornum Hembe Shambe: Professor of Gynaecological Oncology
- Dr. Rikko Samuel Laraba: Professor of Urban Planning
- Dr. Shaibu Samson James: Professor of Veterinary Microbiology
- Dr. Pam Adamu Audu: Professor of Intellectual Property Law/Sociology of Law
- Dr. Mangset Emmanuel: Professor of Radiation Biophysics/Medical Physics
- Dr. Bukata Bukar: Professor of Pharmacology/Ethno Pharmacology
- Dr. Bodang Juliana: Professor of Special Education (Learning Disabilities/Rehabilitation Sciences)
- Dr. Attah Bala Galle: Professor of Mathematics Education
- Dr. Sule Halima Mwuese: Professor of Family Medicine and HIV Medicine
- Dr. Mai-Lafia Mary Dimis: Professor of Public Personnel Management
- Dr. Ogbonna Abigail Ifeanyi: Professor of Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology
Promotion to Associate Professor
In addition to these promotions, the University’s Appointments and Promotion Committee has also approved the elevation of 24 academic staff members from Senior Lecturer to Reader (Associate Professor).
These advancements highlight the commitment of UNIJOS to academic excellence and the professional development of its staff. For more details and updates, visit the University of Jos official website (https://www.unijos.edu.ng).
Congratulations to all the newly promoted Professors and Readers!
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