The Chairman, Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Ikeja branch, Mrs Nimot Muili, has reiterated the commitment of the branch towards expanding its youth-focused programmes and providing engineers, especially the graduates and early careers, with improved technical exposure.

She observed that with the rapidly evolving industrial landscape, engineers need more than theoretical knowledge but practical experience, structured mentorship and strong synergy between academia and industry.

Muili stated this while speaking to journalists on the sidelines of its yearly business luncheon in Lagos. According to her, the branch has taken steps to bridge the gap between the town and the gown, focusing on building platforms where industry and academia can meet seamlessly, exchange value, and nurture the next generation of engineers.

The chairman explained that these initiatives have helped immerse professionals and young engineers in real-time industry practices. However, she acknowledged that the challenges of preparing the graduates and early-career engineers to be industry-ready and relevant remain significant—though surmountable.

Muili said, “A significant milestone in our professional development agenda: the official launch of the NSE Ikeja mentorship logbook—a vital tool designed to enhance skill acquisition under the NSE Ikeja branch Adigun Arewa Mentorship Scheme (NIBAAMS).”

To her, the scheme offers a structured framework for tracking skill transfer, ensuring accountability, promoting the right attitude and work ethic and, above all, delivering relevant, up-to-date skills in a way that meets the demands of Nigeria’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape.

She added, “We aim to empower our engineers to thrive in local contexts while being equipped to contribute globally, offering innovative solutions to 21st-century challenges. We believe that mentorship, when structured, measurable, and purposeful, is key to achieving this vision.”