The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has enrolled sixty-seven foreign students from thirteen African countries into the institution for the 2024/2025 academic session.
A statement by the school’s Senior Deputy Registrar (Information and Publications) Abdullahi Abdullahi said the newly admitted students are from Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Niger Republic, Cameroon, and South Sudan.
Others who are poised to further their studies in the university are from Sierra Leone, Gambia, Togo, and Zimbabwe.
The students are to pursue their studies in undergraduate programmes in medicine and surgery, economics, history, and international studies as well as computer science.
Other courses of study include law, criminology and security studies, nursing, accounting, business management, and pharmacy.
Addressing the students, UNIJOS Vice-Chancellor Tanko Ishaya expressed the university administration’s commitment to bringing back the tradition of the student exchange programme in the school
He said the practice had in the past, significantly contributed to the university’s international presence.
Ishaya highlighted the importance of fostering global relationships through such programmes, reaffirming the university’s dedication to creating a multicultural and academically enriching environment.
“Admitting foreign students into the university is not only the result of joint efforts of the university and other stakeholders but also a far-reaching achievement for the university leadership,” the VC said.
“The foreign students underwent the regular admission process like other students, which included sitting for the joint admissions and matriculation board (JAMB) examinations, alongside other necessary procedures.”
The vice-chancellor acknowledged the role of the Rochas Foundation College of Africa for playing an instrumental role in encouraging the students to choose the University of Jos after completing their secondary school education at the foundation.
In his message, the Dean of Students Affairs Chris Piwuna expressed excitement at having them as part of a vibrant academic community.
Piwuna emphasized the importance of adhering to the rules and regulations of the university. He urged the students to remain law-abiding and conduct themselves with integrity throughout their academic journey at the institution.
