The Bauchi State chapter of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) recently inducted over 350 graduate engineers from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi.
The induction ceremony was organized in partnership with the Nigerian Universities Engineering Students Association (NUESA), ATBU chapter. During the 1st induction held at ATBU, which accommodated 1000 attendees over the weekend, Mohammed Ibrahim, the NSE state chairman, highlighted that the ceremony is a crucial step in the process of becoming a registered engineer.
“Initially before their graduation they are called student members but now that they have graduated and upgraded, their membership turns to private membership after induction,” he said.
According to him, the significance of the induction ceremony lies in it being the inaugural edition, and ATBU stands out as one of the few universities in the North East that conducts this important induction process.
“We mentored these students from their admission point, and their graduation and I don’t have any iota of doubt of their academic excellence and performance.
“I believe they can face any challenge wherever they find themselves as graduate engineers of ATBU. As an engineer, you are expected to be disciplined, bridge the gap between what is obtainable and practicable work outside,” he said.
During the event, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Mohammed Abdulazeez, extended his congratulations to the new inductees for their membership registration.
Abdulazeez advised the newly inducted graduate engineers to work diligently, maintain discipline, and stay focused to establish themselves and excel in their chosen profession.
Representing the VC, Professor Ibrahim Suleiman, the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, disclosed that the induction of graduate engineers would soon be centralized in universities nationwide.
In a goodwill message, the Dean of Students Affairs, Professor Sarki Abdullahi, emphasized that engineering is a profession dedicated to serving humanity in all aspects of life. He encouraged graduate engineers to consider themselves fortunate for choosing engineering as their career.
Professor Robinson Ejilah, the first Nigerian elected member of the Board of Directors for Engineers Without Borders, also delivered a goodwill message, urging the Nigerian government to prioritize the education of engineers, scientists, and technicians to accelerate the country’s development.
“I want to associate with your success stories and I am delighted as your parents who are also here with us. I am proud as a teacher and hope you end up as engineers that can bring about transformative change and human development,” he added.
