About Us

Ex-JAM (Ex-Junior Airmen) UK represents a signicant branch of the global alumni
network connecting graduates of the Air Force Military School Jos (AFMS), Nigeria. This
report provides a detailed analysis of Ex-JAM UK, including its historical context,
organizational structure, mission, and signicance within both the Nigerian diaspora
community in the United Kingdom and the broader EXJAM global network.

Official Name:

EXJAM Association (also: Ex-Junior Airmen Association)

Mission Statement:

"To foster a strong network of Air Force Military School alumni,
promoting brotherhood, mentorship, and continued service to our nation. We aim to
preserve our shared heritage while supporting the personal and professional development
of all members."

Vision:

"To be the premier alumni association that exemplies excellence, unity, and
service. We envision a global community of EXJAM members who continue to uphold the
values of discipline, integrity, and leadership in all their endeavors."

Historical Context

1.1 Air Force Military School Jos (AFMS) - Foundation

Establishment Date: 18 August 1980 (ocially established 8 August 1980)
Establishment Order: Nigerian Air Force Establishment Order 3/80
Founding Body: Nigerian Air Force (NAF)
Location: Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
Primary Mission: To provide broad-based academic and technical education combined
with military training to post-primary school children (ages 11-17)

1.2 The Junior Airmen (JAM) Program

Students admitted to AFMS are designated as Junior Airmen (JAM) with the following
characteristics:

Military Status: Wear service uniforms parallel to Air Force personnel
Rank Badges: Placed upside down to indicate junior status during training
Program Duration: 6 years of secondary school education
Curriculum Structure: 80% academics, 20% military training
Residential Status: Fully residential institution
Gender: Historically boys-only (expanded to include girls at Air Force Girls' Military
School - AFGMS, with female graduates now accepted as Airwomen in NAF)

Organizational Structure of Arms

2.1 Administrative Framework

Command Structure:
Head of Institution: Commandant (Senior Air Force ocer)
Operational Control: Nigerian Air Force Training Command, Kaduna
Governance: Board of Governors
Oversight: Nigerian Air Force High Command
Administrative Units Reporting to Commandant:
School Administrative Ocer
Finance Ocer
Ocer in-charge of Kitchen

2.2 Four Major Sub-Units

A. School Headquarters
Coordinates all institutional activities
Led by Commandant
Manages administration, nance, and general services

B. Academic Wing
Leadership: Chief Instructor Academic (CIA)
Departments:
Mathematics Department
Languages Department
Science Department
Technical Department
Business/Humanities Department
Squadrons:
Academics Squadron
Examinations Squadron
Library Squadron
Co-Curricular Squadron

C. Military Wing
Leadership: Chief Instructor Military (CIM)
Military Training Subjects:
Drill and Parade Training
Map Reading and Interpretation
Weapon Training and Tactics
Field Training Craft
Physical Training
Communication Skills
Air Force Law and Procedures
First Aid
General Service Knowledge
Regimental Knowledge
Military Activities:
Bush Camping Exercise
Shooting Range Exercise
Obstacle Crossing Competition
Point-to-Point Compass March
Route March
Abseiling Training
Assembling and Stripping of Ries
Mock War Exercises
Inter-Squadron Sports Competition
Squadrons:
Military Training Squadron
Sports Squadron
Band Squadron
Tailoring Squadron

D. Junior Airmen (JAM) Wing
Leadership: Commanding Ocer JAM Wing (COJW)
Squadron Structure:
Alpha Squadron
Jaguar Squadron
Dornier Squadron
Puma Squadron
Support Facilities:
JAM Recreational Centre
Sick-Bay (Medical Facilities)
Students' Welfare and Discipline Management

2.3 Educational Curriculum Integration

Balance: 80% Academic / 20% Military Training
Curriculum Design Principles:
Integrated approach combining academic rigor with military discipline
Subjects include: Mathematics, Physics, Geography, French, Chemistry, Biology,
English
Specialist areas coordinated toward organizational goal achievement
Preparation for both military service and civilian career paths

ExJAM Global Network

3.1 EXJAM Association - Global Structure

Official Name: EXJAM Association (also: Ex-Junior Airmen Association)

Mission Statement: "To foster a strong network of Air Force Military School alumni,
promoting brotherhood, mentorship, and continued service to our nation. We aim to
preserve our shared heritage while supporting the personal and professional development
of all members."

Vision: "To be the premier alumni association that exemplies excellence, unity, and
service. We envision a global community of EXJAM members who continue to uphold the
values of discipline, integrity, and leadership in all their endeavors."

3.2 Core Values

The EXJAM Association operates under the following guiding principles:
1. Discipline - Maintaining the highest standards of conduct, order, and self-control
applied in all aspects of life, reecting AFMS military training legacy
2. Brotherhood and Camaraderie - Building lifelong bonds among alumni, mutual
support systems, shared commitment to community, and network of shared
experiences and values
3. Excellence - Striving for highest quality in all endeavors, continuous improvement
culture, setting new standards, and embodying discipline, academic achievement,
and military excellence
4. Service - Dedication to serving the nation, community engagement, support for
fellow alumni, and honor and commitment in all endeavors

3.3 Global Chapters and Regional Presence

Documented Chapters:
Ex-JAM Association Jos Chapter (Nigeria)
Multiple regional chapters across Nigeria
Ex-JAM UK (United Kingdom)
International chapters through diaspora network

Chapter Activities:
Local networking events
Mentorship programs
Community development initiatives
Cultural preservation activities
Professional development workshops

EX-JAM UK - DETAILED ANALYSIS

4.1 Overview

Organization Name: Ex-JAM UK
Primary Website: https://exjam.org.uk/
LinkedIn Presence: Yes (Veried organization page)
Membership Base: Alumni of Air Force Military School Jos residing in or connected to the
United Kingdom
Geographic Focus: United Kingdom and European diaspora