Pursue competence with integrity, NIOB Tells Inductees as FEDPOFFA Building Tech Inducts 21 Graduands Into Building Institute

The Department of Building Technology, the Federal Polytechnic Offa has inducted 21 of its graduands into the Technologist Cadre of the Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB).

The induction ceremony was held on Thursday 22 October 2026, at the Polytechnic Permanent Site.

In his welcome address, the Head of Department of Building Technology, Bldr. Suleiman Funsho Aliyu noted that the induction is a celebration of dedication, perseverance and achievement that transits the graduating students from academic training into the noble and demanding world of professional practice. He therefore congratulated the inductees and charged them to embrace responsibility to build with integrity, lead with courage and serve with excellence.

He also encouraged inductees to distinguish themselves through competence, honesty, innovation and unwavering commitment to professional ethics.

“The building profession is fundamental to national development. Every structure we construct represents more than bricks, concrete, steel and other materials. It represents human aspirations, economic progress, public safety and the future of our communities. As emerging professionals, you must therefore recognise that your decisions and actions will have lasting consequences,” he said.

He therefore appreciated the management of the Federal Polytechnic Offa led by Engr. Dr. Kadiri Kamoru for proving an enabling environment for teaching, learning, research and practical training. He also commended the Nigerian Institute of Building, Kwara State Chapter for its collaboration with the department in organising the induction ceremony.

Also speaking, the Chairman, NIOB Kwara State Chapter, Bldr. K.A Folaranmi MNIOB represented by Bldr. Shittu M.B emphasised that induction into the Nigerian Institute of Building Technologists cadre should not be viewed merely as receipt of a certificate or additional professional designation but understood as a commitment to uphold the values of the institute and conduct oneself in a manner that earns public confidence.

He therefore encouraged inductees to be honest in reporting, record keeping, respectful in professional relationships and unwilling to compromise safety, quality or ethical standards for convenience or personal gain.

On his part, the National President of NIOB, Hon. Bldr. Daniel Abimbola Kolade represented by Chairman NIOB, Ekiti State Chapter, Bldr. Adebiyi Adeniyi Mayowa appreciated the management of the Federal Polytechnic Offa for supporting professional education.

While addressing the inductees, he noted that the induction is the beginning of a relationship with the institute, not a final destination. He urged the inductees to take advantage of professional development, technical seminars, mentoring and opportunities to contribute to the institute’s activities.

“Don’t be a yahoo professional; pursue competence, excellence with integrity. Let your conduct and the quality of your work demonstrate the value of professional membership. Seek opportunities, innovate and build a reputation for dependable service without compromising safety, quality or ethical standards,” he stated.

Speaking on the theme ‘Beyond Technical Competence, Financial Intelligence, Accountability and Entrepreneurial Excellence for Building Technologists,’ the guest speaker, Mr. Oyediran Leye Sheriff engaged the inductees on financial intelligence, innovative mindset, and financial discipline. He noted that financial intelligence will assist them to make sound decision, optimise resources and charged them not to spend on frivolities.

Earlier, the Dean, Bldr. Alabi John in his address admonished the students to always be their brothers’ keepers and call attention of their colleagues to available opportunities. He also advised them to be good ambassadors of the Federal Polytechnic Offa wherever they found themselves.

“As we are sending you to the labour market, represent us well. Let us be hearing good news about you. It will be our pride and our joy when we hear feedback from the industry that our products are doing well. Don’t just fly away and forget us; give back to the department that built you,” he stated.