Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) Port Harcourt Branch Holds 2024 Induction of New Corporate Members, Fellowship Celebration & Dinner
Port Harcourt, Nigeria – June 22, 2024
The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) Port Harcourt Branch has announced the induction of new corporate members alongside a grand fellowship celebration and dinner event. The ceremony, scheduled for Saturday, June 22, 2024, will be held at the Engr. Ishmael A. Banigo Secretariat, Water Works Yard, Plot 3, Benard Carr Street, Port Harcourt, starting at 2:00 PM.
The event, themed "The Emerging Blue Economy – Agenda 2063 Solutions to Food Security and Climate Change," promises to be a remarkable gathering of thought leaders, professionals, and industry experts. This theme underscores the growing global emphasis on sustainable ocean-based economic activities as a means of promoting food security, combatting climate change, and achieving the objectives of the African Union's Agenda 2063.
Key Dignitaries and Speakers
The Chairman of the Occasion, Engr. Margaret Aina Oguntala, FNSE, President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, will preside over the event. The program also boasts an array of high-profile guests and speakers, including:
- Guest Lecturer: Engr. Prof. Miebaka J. Ayotamuno, FNSE, Head of the Tech Campus, Rivers State University, will deliver an insightful keynote lecture on the theme, discussing the future of the blue economy and its role in sustainable development.
- Special Guest of Honour: Engr. Fathiu Abbi Abiseyitoku, KLM, FNIMN, KSC, Former Group Executive Director (GID), Engineering & Technology at the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), will honor the occasion with his presence and share his wealth of experience.
- Guest of Honour: Engr. Tonye David-West Uriah, FNSE, Chairman, Ecoo Energy ND Development Techniques Ltd., and Chief Ibibia O’Walter, JP, DSSRS, KSC, Project Director, PHWSS, Rivers State, will both be in attendance.
- Chief Host: Engr. Idaeresolari Harriet Ateke, FNSE, FNSChE, Chairman of NSE Port Harcourt Branch, will be the chief host for the event, leading the welcoming of new members and celebrating their significant achievement of corporate and fellowship status.
Event Highlights
This year's induction marks another milestone in the development of engineering excellence in Nigeria, with the newly inducted corporate members joining a prestigious group of professionals dedicated to advancing engineering practice and contributing to the country's development.
The fellowship celebration and dinner will serve as a platform for networking, exchange of ideas, and celebration of achievements within the engineering community. Members and attendees will discuss the critical role engineers play in driving sustainable economic development, particularly through leveraging the emerging blue economy to address pressing challenges such as climate change and food security.
The event will also spotlight the Agenda 2063 of the African Union, a strategic framework for inclusive and sustainable development in Africa, and how the engineering profession can contribute to this vision through innovative solutions.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, June 22, 2024
- Time: 2:00 PM
- Venue: Engr. Ishmael A. Banigo Secretariat, Water Works Yard, Plot 3, Benard Carr Street, Port Harcourt
RSVP Contacts
For inquiries or confirmations, guests are encouraged to reach out to:
- Engr. Emmanuel O. Ibitomilade, FNSE, KSC, Chairman of Engineering Week Committee, via 08033197005
- Engr. Samuel Kwelle, MNSE, General Secretary, NSE Port Harcourt Branch, via 08038941948
As the NSE Port Harcourt Branch continues to lead in fostering professional growth, this event further solidifies its commitment to enhancing the engineering profession and promoting innovative solutions for national and global challenges. Attendees can expect enriching conversations, professional camaraderie, and an opportunity to celebrate both individual and collective achievements.
We look forward to seeing all esteemed members and guests at this prestigious occasion.