The Nigerian Institution of Water Engineers (NIWE) has recognised the outstanding contributions of Engr. Olumayowa Ayodeji Idowu, FNSE, FNIWE, to the growth and development of the Engineering profession in Nigeria, honouring him with its Ardent Supporter Award for his dedication to professional excellence, institutional advancement and exemplary leadership.
The prestigious recognition was conferred during the inauguration of Engr. Temitope Esther Aboyeji, FNSE, FNIWE, as the 9th National Chairman of NIWE, alongside members of the new National Executive Committee. The event, held on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Government House Banquet Hall, Ilorin, Kwara State, attracted prominent engineering professionals, government representatives, industry stakeholders and other distinguished personalities.
Idowu, a Fellow of both the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) and the Nigerian Institution of Water Engineers (NIWE), currently chairs the NSE Branch Chairmen Forum, representing 95 Branches nationwide, and previously served as Chairman of the NSE Abeokuta Branch. His contributions to Engineering advocacy, professional capacity building, leadership development and institutional cooperation have earned him recognition within Nigeria’s engineering community and beyond.
Speaking on the significance of the award, the newly inaugurated NIWE National Chairman, Engr. Temitope Esther Aboyeji, FNSE, FNIWE, applauded Idowu’s unwavering dedication to the engineering profession. “Engr. Idowu has consistently demonstrated remarkable commitment to professional advancement and institutional development. His willingness to support initiatives beyond his immediate responsibilities reflects the spirit of service and collaboration that our Institution seeks to encourage. We sincerely appreciate his contributions and look forward to continued partnership in advancing sustainable water resources development,” she stated.
In his response, Engr. Idowu expressed profound gratitude to the leadership and members of NIWE, describing the honour as both an encouragement and a responsibility to intensify his contributions to professional engineering development. “This recognition strengthens my resolve to continue serving the engineering profession with dedication and purpose. I have always believed that leadership should be measured not by titles or positions, but by the meaningful difference we make in people’s lives. This is the foundation of my Engineering of Impact philosophy, and I remain committed to promoting professional excellence, institutional collaboration and sustainable development,” he said.
The inauguration also featured a public lecture on “River Basin Development in Nigeria: Opportunities and Challenges,” drawing attention to the importance of sustainable water management and engineering-driven national development. The ceremony was chaired by the President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, Engr. Ali Alimasuya Rabiu, FNSE, MFR, with the Kwara State Governor, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, CON, as Chief Host. The award further highlights Idowu’s growing record of professional accomplishments and his continued dedication to strengthening engineering institutions, fostering collaboration and advancing sustainable infrastructure development in Nigeria.
