The President, Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Mr. Margaret Aina Oguntala, has called on the Federal Government to strengthen its strategic partnership with the Government of Japan.
This is to boost infrastructure development in Nigeria.
She made this call during the inauguration of state-of-the-art road construction and maintenance equipment donated by the Japanese government in Abuja.
In a statement, Mrs Oguntala emphasized that sustained collaboration between Nigeria and Japan could unlock valuable opportunities in technology transfer, capacity building, and enhanced infrastructure delivery.
She noted that such partnerships are crucial in achieving long-term national development goals, particularly in Engineering-driven sectors.
“It is vital that we work together toward shared objectives that benefit both countries”.
The NSE President also commended President Bola Tinubu, for adopting strategic collaborations as a pathway to infrastructure renewal.
The NSE President urged his administration to further deepen such alliances, especially in sectors where innovation and Engineering expertise are needed most.
“President Tinubu’s approach to development through global partnerships is commendable, and I encourage even deeper engagements for broader national impact”.
Speaking on the importance of road infrastructure, Mrs. described it as the backbone of economic growth, enabling connectivity, trade, and access to essential services.
According to her, the newly inaugurated equipment is not just machinery but a symbol of progress and a commitment to excellence in Nigeria’s infrastructure delivery.
In her closing remarks, the NSE President expressed appreciation to the Japanese government for its continued support and charged the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) with the responsibility of ensuring proper use and maintenance of the equipment.
“FERMA must ensure that the assets are put to optimal use and maintained in accordance with international standards to maximise their impact”.
Reporting by Nosa Aituamen