Margaret Oguntala: Meet the first female President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers.



By Genesis, Abuja 

On Thursday, December 21, 2023, the Nigerian Society of Engineers, an institution with roots dating back to 1958, elected its first-ever female president, Margaret Oguntala.  

 Oguntala steps into this pioneering role succeeding former President Tasiu Gidari-Wudil, who announced at a conference in Abuja.  

Effective by January 1, 2024, Oguntala, previously serving as Deputy President for the past two years, will commence her tenure as the head of the Society, adhering to the regulations set forth by the NSE for a two-year term. 

Background 
A graduate of Chemical Engineering from the University of Benin (1981-1986), Margaret Oguntala boasts a career spanning three decades. Describing herself as an “erudite Engineer with a proven track record of exemplary and outstanding leadership in several capacities across various engineering bodies in Nigeria,” Oguntala holds certification as an environmental consultant, showcasing success in executive and boardroom roles. 

Embarking on her professional journey as a Youth Corper at North Brewery Limited, Kano, Oguntala served as an Operator and Assistant Process Supervisor. 

 Subsequently, she joined Afro International Enterprises Ltd, Matori Lagos, in 1988 as a Chemical Sales Executive, steadily ascending to the role of Marketing Manager. In 1992, she ventured to establish her own company, Bamsat Nigeria Limited. 

Initially, a chemical sales outfit, Bamsat Nigeria Limited, under Oguntala’s leadership, has experienced significant growth and diversification into areas such as Environmental Consultancy, Oil and Gas services, and Fire/Safety. The company boasts a client portfolio that includes prominent entities such as NNPC, First Bank of Nigeria PLC, Guinness Nig. PLC, and Alaro Free Trade Zone. 

Her professional journey also includes induction as a Corporate member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) in 1996. That same year, she registered with the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), culminating in her elevation to a Fellow of NSE in 2010.

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