Engineering Innovation Key to Nigeria’s Future – Says Agbaje As Legal Luminary Bags Award of Honour
Agbaje Honoured At Engineers’ Conference, Calls for Innovations in Engineering Projects
Kayode Ajani,
Ibarapa, Oyo State.
A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Barrister Akeem Agbaje, has stressed the need for integrating modern technological approaches and innovative practices into engineering projects in Nigeria.
This, he said, are not just desirable but also essential in addressing the pressing infrastructure challenges in the country and fostering sustainable development.
Agbaje stated this while delivering a keynote address at the 3rd Annual Conference of Engineers, held at Ibarapa Polytechnic, Eruwa.
The occasion, which brought together professionals and stakeholders in the engineering sector, served as a platform for exchanging ideas on how to propel the industry to greater heights.
Agbaje, who was honoured at the occasion with a Distinguished Award by the engineers, in recognition of his monumental contributions and support to the profession, said the crucial role of innovation in engineering can not be over-emphasised.
According to him, the future of Nigeria hinges on the ability of those in the engineering sector to innovate and apply engineering solutions to the needs of the country’s growing population.
Agbaje stated that engineering-driven projects have the potential to transform the Oyo State economy, improve its infrastructure and enhance the quality of lives of the residents.
The conference organizers, while presenting the award to Agbaje, said it was in recognition of his tremendous support and monumental contributions to the engineering profession.
They also said that the award was a testament to his long-standing commitment to advancing the engineering profession, which they described as an important aspect of national development.
While accepting the award, Agbaje expressed gratitude to the organizers for the recognition, even as he reiterated his commitment to fostering an environment where innovation would thrive, particularly in Oyo State.
The conference, which attracted engineers from various organizations, ended with a renewed commitment to leveraging innovations as a key driver for national development.
