MESSAGE OF APPRECIATION FROM ELECTED NIMechE NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS FOR THE 2015/2016 PROFESSIONAL YEAR.

MESSAGE OF APPRECIATION FROM THE ELECTED NIMechE NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS FOR THE 2015/2016 PROFESSIONAL YEAR.

On behalf of the newly elected National Officials in the just concluded 28th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE) held in Abuja on the 23rd October, 2015, I wish to use this medium to convey our profound gratitude to God Almighty for his grace and mercies on the successful conduct of the AGM and conference. I must congratulate, the National Chairman of NIMechE, Engr. Prof. Adisa A. Bello, FNSE, FNIMechE., and his indefatigable team of National Officers for their commendable leadership, and successful hosting of the AGM and Conference this year. The success of this event also brings to mind the hard work and hospitality of the host Chapter-The NIMechE, Abuja Chapter. For this, I also felicitate with, the Chapter Chairman, Engr. Aderemi Adegbola, MNSE, MNIMechE and entire members of the ‘Centre of Unity’ Chapter for achieving this feat.

In a special way, I wish to thank the ‘Engr. Dr. Alex Okopi Momoh, FNSE, FNIMechE -led Electoral Committee’ for ensuring the smooth conduct of the elections, -and of course- in a manner that is very transparent and credible.

It is worthy of note, that unlike most past elections in our clime, that is usually characterized by high drama and anxiety, the grace and candor demonstrated by our fellow contestants during and after the polls is deserving of special commendation. It is without doubt that, as true patriots, this collective display of maturity further deepened their democratic credentials, as their conduct is in consonance with the prevailing mood of the nation’s emerging political culture. While, I extend my hand of fellowship to you, and beckon on your assistance, to build a vibrant and highly professionalized Institution that is equal to none in our land, I also urge you all to consider taking another shot at national offices,- for the reasons of your passion for service to our great Institution NIMechE- as other opportunities may avail themselves in the no distant future.

There is no gainsaying, that the profile of our dear Institution has rapidly risen to an unprecedented level in recent times, I must say, with slouched shoulders we are already feeling the enormity of the tasks, and the burden of leadership that awaits us. Nonetheless, it is reassuring to note that, by accepting to vie, we had made earlier commitments to rededicate ourselves to the service of NIMechE, in a manner that will not betray the confidence reposed on us by our teeming members today.

While, we are profoundly grateful for the opportunity to serve this Institution. I wish to also call for your prayers, continued support and cooperation, as we strive to grow the institution to higher heights in the coming months and year(s). Once again, i wish to thank all NIMechE Chapters and our distinguished professional colleagues for their support, and May God’s abounding blessings continue to abide with you all!

Viva NIMechE!

Engr. Robinson I. Ejilah, PhD, FNIMechE, MNSE
National Deputy Chairman Designate.