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FAEO appoints Nigerian engineer, Idowu, to continental capacity development committee* The Federation of African Engineering Organisations (FAEO) has named Nigerian engineer and Fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Engr. Olumayowa Ayodeji Idowu, FNSE, among 39 professionals appointed to its Capacity Building Committee for a two-year term. The appointment, confirmed in an official communication dated October 14, 2026, followed an assessment process conducted in accordance with the federation’s Rules of Procedure. FAEO expressed confidence in Idowu’s professional experience and his ability to contribute to initiatives aimed at strengthening engineering capacity and institutional development across Africa. Idowu, a former Chairman of the NSE Abeokuta Branch, currently leads the NSE Branch Chairmen Forum, which brings together branch chairmen from across Nigeria and the diaspora. Beyond his national responsibilities, he serves on a key committee of the World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO) and is a member of its Hackathon Task Force, where he participates in international initiatives promoting engineering innovation, collaboration and professional development. The continental committee, chaired by Eng. Shammah Kiteme Munyoki of Kenya, comprises engineering professionals from Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Ethiopia and Angola, among other countries. Engr. Abosede Adewole is also representing Nigeria on the committee, which is expected to support FAEO’s efforts to enhance professional competencies, knowledge exchange and engineering capacity development across member countries. Speaking on the appointment, Idowu described it as an opportunity to contribute to Africa’s engineering transformation. “I sincerely appreciate the confidence reposed in me by the leadership of FAEO. This appointment presents another opportunity to promote engineering education, professional excellence and institutional collaboration. I look forward to working with colleagues across the continent to strengthen capacity-building initiatives and expand opportunities for young engineers,” he said. He called for stronger partnerships between academia, industry and professional engineering institutions to address Africa’s technological and skills gaps. “Africa cannot afford to remain behind in a rapidly changing technological world. We must invest in developing a competent, innovative and globally competitive engineering workforce while ensuring that academic training responds to industry needs and emerging technologies,” he stated. The appointment is expected to enhance Nigeria’s participation in continental engineering development efforts, particularly in promoting professional capacity building, technical knowledge sharing and the development of engineering skills required to drive innovation, industrial growth and sustainable development across Africa.

The Federation of African Engineering Organisations (FAEO) has named Nigerian engineer and Fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Engr. Olumayowa Ayodeji Idowu, FNSE, among 39 professionals appointed to its Capacity Building Committee for a two-year term. The appointment, confirmed in an official communication dated October 14, 2026, followed…

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2027 Elections: YPM Inaugurates 300-Member Campaign Council

…unveils plans for Ogun-East mega rally The Yayi Progressives Movement (YPM), a leading political support group in Ogun State, has inaugurated a 300-member campaign council as part of its preparations for the 2027 general elections. The inauguration, held on Saturday at the YPM grounds in Iperu, Ogun State, also formalised…

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NYCN Engages Ipokia Students in Legislative Debate on Quality Public Education

…as students from seven secondary schools participate in live mock plenary at council secretariat The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Ipokia Local Government Branch, has organised a live students’ plenary session to promote quality education in public schools and deepen young people’s understanding of democratic governance and legislative processes.…

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Ogun NSCDC Canvasses  Media  Support in Combating Vandalism

As Nigeria continues to confront evolving internal security threats and pipeline vandalism, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) have called for an institutionalized national media-security framework to protect critical infrastructure and boost public trust nationwide. ​The strategic alignment was highlighted during…

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IBD Hotels Chairman Bags Hospitality Business Leader Award in London

…Chief Ibrahim Dende Egungbohun Honoured at 11th London Political Summit and Awards The Chairman of IBD Hotels International, Chief Ibrahim Dende Egungbohun, has received the Hospitality and Leisure Business Leader of the Year award at the 11th Annual London Political Summit and Awards (LPSA) 2026, in recognition of his contributions…

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Ogun Customs Seizes N3.15bn Contraband in 15 Days Under New Controller Ibrahim

The Acting Controller, who assumed office on September 29, 2026, said the command had recorded remarkable operational successes within the short period, reaffirming its determination to combat smuggling, protect public health and safeguard the nation’s economic and security interests.

“These deliberate efforts have yielded remarkable results, resulting in 43 seizures within the space of 15 days that I assumed the leadership of this command,” he said.

He recalled that, at the commencement of his administration, he had warned smugglers and their collaborators that the command would not tolerate economic sabotage, promising that enforcement operations would remain firm, fair and intelligence-driven.

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