HOMECOMING WITH IMPACT: UNIJOS MEDICAL GRADUATES RETURN AFTER 25 YEARS, DONATE MULTI MILLION NAIRA TEACHING MATERIALS TO ALMA MATER

By Emmanuella Benjamin Nentawe

The 2001 class of medical graduates of the University of Jos has returned to its alma mater after 25 years, donating teaching materials to support teaching and learning in the institution.

The donation was announced during a courtesy visit on the University Management which took place in the Vice Chancellor’s Conference Hall on Friday October 16, 2026 as part of activities marking the class’ 25th reunion.

Speaking at the gathering, the chairman of the class, Professor Salaam Abdul, said the visit was an opportunity to express appreciation to the University for providing them with the platform to acquire quality education and in return give back to the institution that shaped their academic journey.

Professor Abdul explained that the donated items, which included Loud speakers, projectors, display boards and other teaching materials, were intended for students from across various levels of the College. He noted that the materials would enhance teaching methods and help students better understand what is being taught in the classroom.

He added that the reunion was designed to bring members of the class together to reconnect and celebrate their shared history. Activities lined up for the celebration include bus rides, a picnic, aerobics, a dinner and a cocktail event.

Welcoming the Class, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jos Professor Tanko Ishaya, represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration) Professor Charles Pic Onwochei expressed delight at seeing them alive and healthy 25 years after graduation. He commended the class for remembering their alma mater and returning with gifts, describing the gesture as worthy of appreciation.

Professor Onwochei emphasized that the university should remain an important part of the graduates’ lives, encouraging them to sustain their relationship with the institution and maintain the friendships they had built with one another over the years.

He also advised them to value genuine friendships, noting that as people grow older, their circle of friends may become smaller and that friendships formed before achieving success are often particularly meaningful. He further urged them to remain conscious of their mortality, make peace with their Maker and paying attention to their families.

The Global President Unijos Alumni Association, Comrade Gad Peter Shamaki also congratulated the class on reaching the milestone and expressed appreciation for their decision to involve the Alumni Association in the reunion. He commended the graduates for remembering the University through their contribution and encouraged them to maintain a mutually beneficial relationship with the alumni association and the institution as well.

Present at the gathering was the University Registrar - Dr Rejoice James Songden, the Bursar and the University librarian who were ably represented respectively. The Deputy Provost, College of Health Sciences, Professor Moses .D. Audu led the team for the visit.

The visit concluded with the presentation of gifts to the University Management and a group photographs. Members of the Class in attendance include: Professor Pokop Bupwatda (Secretary of the Class, Dr. Danlami Salihu, Professor Esther Envuladu, Dr. Gideon Avar,Professor Mark Okolo, Dr. Nanpan Dandam Jilli, Dr. Izang Abel Mathew, Dr. Dajel Titus, Dr. Ibrahim Samuel Pate, Dr. Nathaniel Wash Dusu, Professor Samaila Shuaibu, Dr. Duguru M. J., Dr. Ruth Bello, Dr. Mafwalal Bunah Masak, Professor Simji Gomerep, Dr. Adedayo Adesite, and Professor Francis Ajang Magaji.