President of the Nigerian
Society of Engineers, NSE, Engr.
Ademola Isaac Olorunfemi, FNSE has revealed that they decided to honour former
chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof. Attahiru
Jega because he was able to redeem the country’s image in the comity of
nations.
He made this claim after the body honoured Jega at
its 2015 3rd Quarterly Dinner and Conferment of Fellowship
which took place yesterday, Thursday, at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria
Island.
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The president noted that, “We want to specially
applaud Prof. Attahiru Jega, OFR, who led the Independent National Electoral
Commission (INEC) creditably well during his tenure. We appreciate his
principled and focused leadership style which paid off after the elections.
“It is unforgettable how he redeemed Nigeria's
image within the comity of Nations. Prof. Jega introduced technology in our
electoral process and resisted the attempts to discredit it. He stood firm on
integrity in the face of avalanche of intimidation and remained calm under
unbridled last minute provocation. His innovation and courage are worthy of
celebration,” he concluded.
The Fellowship of the NSE is the highest honour bestowed by the Society on
members within its fold who have been found worthy of such honour in the
quantum of practice and contribution to the growth of the noble profession of
engineering as well as to the development of their immediate society and the
nation in general.
Thursday’s event is the special recognition accorded
some individuals and corporate organisations that have distinguished
themselves in service to the nation and humanity.
Jega was
honoured alongside with 18 engineers with the NSE Special Merit Award having
performed their respective mandates to the expectation and satisfaction of the
Society.
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