….as NSE President Presents Infrastructure Scorecard
The President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Engr. Margaret Aina Oguntala, FNSE, has presented the Lagos State Infrastructure Scorecard to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, marking a significant milestone in the partnership between the two entities.
The partnership aims to ensure that infrastructure projects are executed efficiently, effectively, and sustainably, ultimately benefiting the people of Lagos State.
The scorecard, titled “Lagos State Engineering Index & Infrastructure Scorecard 2022/2023,” provides a comprehensive analysis of the state’s infrastructure projects, highlighting achievements, ongoing initiatives, and areas for improvement.
The NSE President emphasized that the scorecard is a strategic tool designed to support the administration’s future planning and budgetary decisions, providing valuable insights to enhance project success and sustainability.
During the courtesy call at the Governor’s office, Engr. Oguntala praised Governor Sanwo-Olu’s proactive measures to combat building collapse in the state, particularly through the establishment of the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) and the engagement of independent professionals from the construction industry.
She noted that these efforts are critical in improving building safety and bolstering public confidence in the sector.
Engr. Oguntala also requested further collaboration to enhance the capabilities of engineers employed by the state.
She urged the Governor to continue appointing qualified engineers to lead engineering-related ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs), citing the unique problem-solving skills and technical expertise engineers bring to project implementation.
The NSE President also proposed employing more engineers at Grade Level 10 within the civil service to ensure parity with other professionals and strengthen the state’s workforce.
Responding, Governor Sanwo-Olu expressed gratitude for the development of the infrastructure scorecard and acknowledged the crucial role of engineers in overseeing and executing infrastructure projects.
He stressed the need for continuous capacity building for engineers to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of state projects.
The Governor also requested NSE’s assistance in organizing training programs to enhance project management skills among Lagos State engineers.
The meeting has paved the way for deeper cooperation between NSE and Lagos State, focusing on elevating engineering standards and project management capabilities to support the state’s development goals.
