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On Tuesday, May 7th, a significant milestone was achieved as Apwen Lagos paid a courtesy visit to the esteemed premises of First Exploration and Petroleum Development Corporation (First E&P) situated in the heart of Ikoyi. Led by the distinguished Chairman, Engr. (Dr) Wuraola Atinuke Owolabi, the delegation sought to foster closer ties with First E&P, exploring avenues for collaboration and mutual benefit. Warmly welcomed by Similolu Adeyinka, the Deputy General Manager of Corporate Services at First E&P, the ambiance was both convivial and conducive to productive dialogue. The meeting was marked by insightful discussions on the current landscape of the energy sector, emerging trends, and prospects for partnership. First E&P graciously shared insights into their ongoing projects, corporate ethos, and future aspirations, exemplifying a commitment to excellence and sustainable resource management. In turn, the visiting delegation lauded First E&P for their industry contributions and expressed keen interest in forging collaborative initiatives, knowledge exchange programs, and capacity-building endeavors. Chairman Owolabi eloquently articulated the vision and mission of Apwen Lagos, underscoring the organization’s dedication to empowering women in engineering. The interactive session, including a dynamic question-and-answer segment, further enriched the exchange of ideas. The Executive Director of Corporate Services, Emmanuel Etomi, and Mrs. Olatomiwa Akande-Ayeni, Head of Corporate Communications, expressed their appreciation for Apwen’s efforts in promoting gender diversity and sustainability in the engineering sphere. Read More!  

Chairman, Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria, (APWEN) Lagos state chapter. Engr Atinuke Owolabi; Senior Lecturer/ Researcher Afe Babalola University, Engr (Dr).Imhade Okokpujie; Technical Secretary (APWEN) Engr. Dr. Omolola Adetona; Assistant General Secretary (APWEN) Engr Suwebat Abubakar; Publicity Secretary, Engr Zansi Adebowale, during the Skill development on the industry trends and Cutting –Egbe technologies, for young female Engineers & Female Engineering Students Inauguration Ceremony held in Lagos, on 2/9/2023… Read More!  

Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), yesterday, called on stakeholders in the society to prioritise investment in girl child development for more development in the country. Chairman, Lagos State chapter of APWEN, Mrs Atinuke Owolabi, made the call at the 2023 international day of the Girl Child entitled: “Invest in Girls’ Rights: Our Leadership, Our Well-being”, organised by the Lagos chapter of APWEN. Read More!  

National Chairman Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE ) Engr Olufunmilade Akingbagbohun; Dr Olubukola Rosanwo; Chairman Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria, APWEN) Lagos State Chapter, Engr. Atinuke Owolabi ; Engr. Dr. Omolola Adetona; Mr Nitesh Tank ;Comrade Solola Olakunle; Assistant General Secretary (APWEN) Engr Suwebat Abubakar; during the (APWEN) Lagos Chapter , marks International Day of the Girl Child. Engr Modupe Akinyele; Engr Oluwashino Adebayo; Guest Speaker ,Engr Lola Adeyemo; Mrs Jackson Motunrayo; National Chairman Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE ) Engr Olufunmilade   Akingbagbohun;  Dr Olubukola Rosanwo and Chairman Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria,  APWEN)  Lagos State Chapter, Engr  Atinuke  Owolabi. Read More!  

To boost digital literacy skills, the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), has inaugurated its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Girls in Engineering Club, aimed at grooming young experts to boost the nation’s rapid industrialisation. About 300 undergraduates and young female engineers were inaugurated under the scheme named, APWEN Lagos Skill Up Initiatives tagged: “Skill Development on Industry Trends And Cutting Edge Technologies” in Lagos. Read More!  

To boost competence of budding engineers, Lagos-based firm, MOMAS Electricity Meters Manufacturing Company Limited (MEMMCOL) said it will collaborate with the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN) Lagos Chapter, towards training of the young female engineers. The Managing Director of the company, Mr. Hammed Abiodun, stated this during an industrial visit by APWEN to the firm’s head office in Mowe, Ogun State. The visit, which was led by the chairman of the chapter, Mrs. Atinuke Owolabi, other executive members, attracted APWEN’s students from the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and Lagos State University (LASU). Read More!  

The Lagos State chapter of the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN) has elected new officials to lead the chapter for the next two years. Those elected include Atinuke Owolabi, as new chairman, Bosede Oyekunle, as vice chairman, Ayodolapo Bello-general secretary, Suwebat Oriyomi Abubakar as assistant general secretary and Zansi Adebowale, as publicity secretary, among others. In her acceptance speech, Owolabi pledged to be a voice for all female engineers in the state by setting the pace for others to follow in engineering development. She assured that the association would consistently advocate for equality of opportunities by empowering members and cultivating a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere for aspiring engineers. Read More!  

The British Council has harped on equipping school inspectors and teacher mentors to achieve gender equality and inclusion within the sector.In a statement yesterday, signed by Marketing Manager, English Programmes and Schools Connect, Sub-Saharan Africa, Nebiyou Worku, the organisation announced a two-day training to enhance gender equality and inclusion in the education system. Read More!