Women engineers get new exco, seek better opportunities

The Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), Ado Ekiti Chapter, stands as a beacon of progress and a testament to the formidable capabilities of women in the engineering field. Our recent inauguration of the 2025-2027 executive council, led by our new Chairperson, Esther Adejuwon, marks a significant step forward in our mission to champion women in engineering.

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As such, we deserve to be put in higher and better places where we can perform. We are capable and have capacity, we want to perform.

Adejuwon's call for "increased opportunities for women engineers" is not merely a request but a demand rooted in demonstrable competence. The fact that the best engineering graduates at Ekiti State University for the 2025/2026 session were all female—excelling in Mechanical, Computer, Electrical and Electronics, and Civil Engineering—underscores this point powerfully. "We deserve to be put in higher and better places where we can perform. We are capable and have capacity, we want to perform," Adejuwon asserted, reflecting a sentiment shared by countless talented women across Nigeria.

Our commitment extends beyond advocacy; it encompasses active mentorship and empowerment. APWEN prioritizes encouraging and equipping female science students in secondary schools and engineering undergraduates. The celebration of these outstanding graduates is not just an acknowledgment of their academic prowess but an inspiration to the next generation, demonstrating that breaking barriers and achieving excellence is not only possible but expected.

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It declares that the challenges of our society from flood control in Ado Ekiti to digital access in our rural communities will not wait for someone else to solve them. They will be solved by you.

From the perspective of The Punch, this story highlights a crucial aspect of Nigeria's development often overlooked by international observers. While global narratives may focus on broader economic or political trends, APWEN's achievements and aspirations speak directly to the grassroots empowerment of Nigerian women. Our coverage emphasizes the local context—the specific challenges and triumphs within Ekiti State and Nigeria—and celebrates the homegrown talent that is driving innovation and progress. The theme, "Engineering empowerment: Women pioneering tech solutions for society," as articulated by APWEN President Chinyere Igwegbe, is a powerful call to action that resonates deeply within our communities, showcasing how Nigerian women are not just participating but leading in technological advancement.

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It means empowering young girls in Ekiti primary and secondary schools to hold a hammer, write code and innovate. It means empowering young female graduates to pass Council of Registered