The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) has announced a major partnership with the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited, First Exploration & Petroleum Development Company (First E&P), and Enactus Projects Ltd/Gte to launch the Nigerian Engineering Olympiad (NEO). The initiative, scheduled to be officially launched on November 20, 2025, in Abuja, is designed to inspire and showcase innovative engineering talent among Nigerian students while promoting creativity, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development.
The Nigerian Engineering Olympiad will run for ten months and serve as a platform for students across the country to apply engineering principles to real-world challenges. Participants will develop practical and scalable solutions that can make a tangible impact on society. The competition will include regional and national stages, mentorship programs, prototype development sessions, and a grand finale scheduled for April 2026. Winning teams will receive seed grants and technical support to help them transform their innovations into viable business ventures.
As part of the official launch, the President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, Engr. Margaret Aina Oguntala, FNSE, will deliver the keynote address to set the direction for this national initiative. The event is expected to redefine the future of engineering innovation in Nigeria and open new opportunities for young professionals in the STEM sector.
In her remarks ahead of the launch, Engr. Oguntala said, “This partnership marks a pivotal moment for engineering education and innovation in Nigeria. The Nigerian Engineering Olympiad (NEO) is not only a platform to showcase the ingenuity of our students but also a bold step toward bridging the gap between academia and industry. Through this initiative, we hope to nurture creativity, problem-solving, and entrepreneurship among young engineers, positioning them as key contributors to sustainable national development.”
The NEO represents a major milestone in advancing STEM education and strengthening collaboration among industry, academia, and government. It aims to drive innovation, encourage youth empowerment, and support Nigeria’s long-term technological growth.
