Tinubu Reiterates Commitment to Engineering-Driven Infrastructural, National Transformation

• Says No Nation Can Rise Above the Quality of Its Engineers

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has reiterated the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to placing engineering innovation at the heart of Nigeria’s infrastructural and economic transformation, declaring that “no nation can rise beyond the quality of its engineering profession.”

A statement issued by Abdullahi Ameen Mohammed, SA Media to the Honourable Minister of state for works, noted that the President stated this on Tuesday, 2nd December 2025, while addressing participants at the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) International Engineering Conference, Exhibition & Annual General Meeting held in Ibadan, Oyo State.

In his remarks, President Tinubu, represented by the Honourable Minister of State for Works, Rt. Hon. Barr. Bello Muhammad Goronyo

commended the Nigerian Society of Engineers for its consistency, innovation, and steadfast dedication to professional excellence, describing the organisation as “a strong pillar providing direction, training, advocacy, and quality assurance to Nigeria’s engineering ecosystem.”

The President emphasized that the contributions of Nigerian engineers—both at home and in the diaspora—remain central to the success of national infrastructure projects. He acknowledged the professionalism demonstrated across civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, software, agricultural, and other engineering fields whose creativity continues to propel Nigeria’s development.

President Tinubu noted that the theme of this year’s conference aligns seamlessly with his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes road development, housing, power infrastructure, water systems, climate-resilient agriculture, digital technology, and modern transportation systems.

He revealed that the Federal Government has expanded the scope of ongoing federal road projects to ensure durability, strengthen local content, and increase the engagement of Nigerian engineers. He added that the government is deepening collaborations with academic institutions and the engineering community to bridge skills gaps and promote research-driven solutions.

According to him, “Our agenda prioritizes local engineering capacity, ensuring that young professionals have meaningful opportunities to participate in national projects.”

President Tinubu further reiterated the administration’s commitment to enhancing the ease of doing business, promoting the local manufacturing of construction materials, and leveraging Public-Private Partnerships to fast-track major infrastructure development across the country.

He assured the Nigerian Society of Engineers of the Federal Government’s continued cooperation and partnership, noting that the nation will rely on the integrity, expertise, and innovative spirit of Nigerian engineers in building “a stronger, safer, and more prosperous Nigeria.”

While congratulating the NSE on hosting a successful conference and AGM, the President urged participants to explore new ideas, embrace emerging technologies, and foster partnerships that will advance Nigeria’s engineering capacity.

He concluded with a call to collective action: “Together, let us continue building the Nigeria we desire — brick by brick, road by road, innovation by innovation.”

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