The Executive Committee members and members of staff of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), have separately celebrated with Madam President on her attainment of sixty (60) years.
On Monday, April 15, 2024 being the exact date that Madam President, Engr. Margaret Aina Oguntala, FNSE turned sixty (60) years, members of the National EXCO took a full-page colour newspaper advertorial to express their felicitations. The advertorial, signed by the Deputy President, Engr. Alimasuya Rabiu, FNSE, FAEng, MFR on behalf of all EXCO members, conveyed a message that eulogised her as a true a visionary leader and change maker.
Similarly, on Monday, April 22, 2024, the Executive Secretary, Engr. Joshua Egube, FNSE led the National Secretariat staff members on a celebratory visit to Madam President’s office. A special birthday card was presented to her during the visit, bearing a special message as follows:
“Our Dear Madam President, we the entire NSE Secretariat staff extend our heartfelt felicitations to you on this occasion of your 60th birthday anniversary. Madam President, you have inspired us tremendously with your unique style of leadership since assumption of office as the 34th President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers. There is no doubt that your vision, resilience and dedication over the years have deservedly brought you the good fortune of becoming the first female President of the Society. Your emergence has shattered the glass ceiling and opened doors of endless opportunities for women in the engineering profession in Nigeria”
The statement further read: “Today, as we celebrate with you, we express our deepest appreciation for your loving and motherly disposition which has left indelible marks on our hearts and minds. May this special day be filled with joy and cherished moments for you. As you reflect on the journey behind you and look forward to the adventures ahead, know that you have the admiration, respect and gratitude of the entire staff of NSE, Warmest regards”.
Also, NSE Branch Chairmen in the Federal Capital Territory led by the Deputy President on behalf of the Council of NSE were at the National Engineering Centre (NEC) Headquarters to felicitate with Madam President. They made a presentation of a befitting Birthday cake to Madam President.
Visibly thrilled, Madam President wholeheartedly thanked all members of the Society for the warm felicitations and prayed for God to prosper everyone abundantly.