The collaboration, sealed with the official signing of a partnership agreement, signals a new chapter where engineering meets cutting-edge tech to tackle some of the country’s most daunting development challenges.

In a move that underscores the seriousness of the initiative, both parties have established the NSE-Zinox Joint Infrastructure Development Committee a think tank tasked with translating this alliance into tangible, impactful projects.

Addressing stakeholders at the signing ceremony, NSE President Margaret Oguntala emphasized that the era of lofty promises must give way to action. She charged committee members to hit the ground running, aligning their strategies with Nigeria’s broader development goals and producing measurable results without delay.

Oguntala noted that the synergy brings together the practical strength of the nation’s top engineers and the innovation firepower of one of Nigeria’s foremost tech players. The signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), she added, serves as more than just an agreement—it is a launchpad for high-impact, tech-driven solutions tailored specifically to Nigeria’s infrastructural needs.

The partnership is not just about fixing roads or bridges; it’s about deploying modern tools and knowledge to build smarter, more efficient systems—from energy and water to transportation and communication. With this bold step, NSE and Zinox hope to steer Nigeria toward becoming a hub for innovative infrastructure in West Africa.

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The deal focuses on building stronger engineering skills and promoting innovation across countries linked to the Belt and Road Initiative.

The signing took place at the Belt and Road Forum on Engineering Capacity, held in Chengdu, China. The forum is part of a larger international event focused on science and technology exchange.

This year’s theme was about working together to find new engineering solutions and improve skills in all partner countries. The agreement, supported by 33 global organisations, shows a strong push to meet the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through teamwork and knowledge sharing.

NSE President Margaret Oguntala called the move a big step for Nigeria and Africa. Represented at the event by Olumayowa Idowu, she said the agreement gives African engineers new chances to create real, lasting impact through better training and global partnerships.

The agreement includes six key areas: better education for engineers, shared global standards, ongoing training, ethical practices, innovation, and the exchange of new ideas and research.

With this move, Nigeria now plays a part in a fast-growing global effort to solve real-world problems through smarter, more modern engineering.

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The NSE Benue Chairman, Mr. Ukeyima Manger, emphasized that housing remains a critical challenge for residents, particularly in urban areas.

The manager noted that while there are no completely vacant estates, several privately owned and state-owned buildings have been abandoned due to contract disputes, payment delays, and disagreements. One such example, he said, is the Sheraton Hotel project, which commenced in 1980 but remains incomplete due to a dispute between the government and the original project consultant.

He further raised concerns over the lack of professional involvement in many ongoing construction projects, stressing the need for proper engagement of architects, structural engineers, and other experts to ensure quality housing development.

In a related development, Makurdi resident and landlord, Mr. James Terwase, highlighted the worsening housing deficit in the city, which has led to a sharp rise in rent prices.

According to him, single rooms that previously cost ₦24,000 annually have surged to ₦50,000–₦60,000, while one-bedroom apartments that were ₦150,000 now range between ₦250,000 and ₦500,000. Two-bedroom flats, once rented for ₦400,000, now go for ₦1 million and above.

Despite the rising cost of rent and increasing housing shortages, there is no official regulatory body overseeing the housing sector in Benue, leaving tenants at the mercy of landlords.

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At the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Techlytics Africa and BHM Group in Lagos, NSE President, Mrs. Margaret Oguntala, emphasized the importance of training engineers in emerging technologies. She highlighted that this initiative is central to the society’s mission of professional development and would ensure members remain relevant in the rapidly evolving engineering landscape.

Oguntala noted, “Professional development is a core objective of the NSE. This partnership with Techlytics aligns with our strategic agenda to prepare our members for global opportunities.” She added that the society has been engaging with the government to increase the patronage of Nigerian engineers for national projects, with encouraging progress in appointments.

The event, attended by key NSE executives, including the Vice President of Corporate Services, Dr. Felicia Agubata, and Chairman of the NSE Presidential Strategic Partnerships Committee, Mr. Tosin Ogunmola, underscored the society’s commitment to training 10,000 engineers over the next two years.

Mr. Ogunmola revealed that the NSE is also fostering partnerships to enhance collaboration among government, industry, and academia, as well as to support membership development.

The Founder and CEO of Techlytics Africa, Oluwatayo Winkunle, described the collaboration as a strategic move towards national development. She explained that the training would focus on critical areas such as data science, Artificial Intelligence, data governance, and professional skills like presentation, report writing, and customer service, which are essential for both personal and national growth.

Regional Manager of BHM Group, Njideka Akabogu, commended the vital contributions of Nigerian engineers over the past 66 years and reiterated BHM’s commitment to supporting the NSE’s vision of rebranding and repositioning the society for global relevance.

This partnership is expected to elevate the skills of Nigerian engineers, enabling them to drive national development and compete effectively on the international stage.

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The president of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, Engr. Margaret Oguntala gave the charge at the fellowship conferment of 211 engineers yesterday in Abuja.

She said their elevation to the noble fellowship was an added responsibility on them to discharge their reinforced roles as the emissaries and purveyors of ethical leadership and integrity in the industry.

She charged the fellows to continue to endorse and defend the key elements of ethical practice in engineering which include prioritising Safety & Health, Integrity and Honesty, Environmental Sustainability, Respect for Intellectual Property, as well as Compliance with Regulations.

“ I assure you that when we conform to both professional and ethical standards in the practice of engineering, we would not only prevent harm to the people, we would further secure the trust of the public, and ensure sustainable advancement for our dear country,” she said.

The president reiterated that the fellows have a unique responsibility to exemplify values and to serve as guardians of professional standards.

She stressed the need to strengthen the engineering community against infiltration.

She said there were clear and present challenges facing the engineering sector in Nigeria, such as “quackery, sharp practices and infrastructure failures which, if unattended, have the capacity to tarnish our profession’s reputation”.

She added that the issues were of deep concern to the Nigerian Society of Engineers because of their interwoven nature to the well-being and safety of the people.

“The time has come for us, as Nigerian Engineers, to take a stand and claim our rightful place in the nation’s development.

This is a call to action and a declaration that the NSE can no longer sit idly while our industry suffers from infiltration and misconduct perpetrated by quacks,” she said.

She added, “As a community, we must remain vigilant in ensuring that our standards are met and that only qualified, registered Engineers represent our field,”.

She reiterated “Together, let us build an engineering community that is characterised by true professionalism, integrity and unparalleled excellence”.

The Special Guest of Honour Engr.  Victor Bandele said today’s challenges demand innovative and forward-looking solutions.

He charged the fellows to focus on solutions that impact future generations.

Bandele, the deputy managing director of Deep Water Asset, Total Energies EP Nigeria Ltd, said Total Energies’ 540 filling stations across the country have been equipped with solar panels.

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