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Gbenga Daniel Leads COREN Engineering Assembly, Calls for Infrastructure Growth
Ogun East senator leads high-level discussions on innovation, sustainable infrastructure and engineering standards at COREN’s 34th Engineering Assembly
Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel, the lawmaker representing Ogun East Senatorial District, chaired a high-level technical panel at the 34th Engineering Assembly of the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), bringing together senior engineering professionals, policymakers and government officials to examine practical solutions for sustainable infrastructure and the future of engineering practice in Nigeria.
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The annual gathering reinforced Daniel’s longstanding connection with the engineering profession, with the former Ogun State governor leading deliberations that centred on innovation, technological advancement and the critical role of engineering in accelerating the country’s socio-economic development.
The Gbenga Daniel COREN Engineering Assembly engagement attracted a distinguished audience that included the Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang, APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, Minister of Regional Development Abubakar Momoh, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Dr Kingsley Udeh, former Osun State Deputy Governor Senator Iyiola Omisore, Senator Patrick Ndubueze, alongside other leaders from government, academia and the engineering profession.
Beyond the technical sessions, one of the notable moments of the assembly came when COREN’s leadership publicly acknowledged Daniel’s contributions to engineering and national development.
COREN President Prof. Sadiq Abubakar and the Council’s Vice President and Chairman of the Main Organising Committee, Engr. Olu Ogunduyile, commended the senator for his sustained commitment to advancing engineering standards and supporting policies aimed at strengthening infrastructure delivery across Nigeria.
The COREN leadership said Daniel’s career continues to demonstrate the value of combining professional expertise with public service, describing his contributions as beneficial to both the engineering profession and national development.
Daniel, who trained and practised as an engineer before entering politics, has consistently maintained an active interest in infrastructure development throughout his public career.
As Governor of Ogun State between 2003 and 2011, his administration pursued several road, housing and public infrastructure projects, while his current legislative role has seen him remain engaged in discussions on national development and economic growth.
The Gbenga Daniel COREN Engineering Assembly appearance also reflected the confidence reposed in the senator by engineering stakeholders, who entrusted him with moderating conversations on some of the sector’s most pressing issues.
This year’s Engineering Assembly focused on developing innovative responses to Nigeria’s infrastructure challenges, promoting sustainable engineering practices, strengthening regulatory standards and encouraging greater collaboration between government, industry and professionals.
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As Nigeria continues to invest in critical infrastructure to support economic expansion, participants agreed that engineering expertise, effective regulation and forward-looking policies will remain central to delivering resilient projects capable of meeting the country’s long-term development goals.
Organisers of Real Talk With Kike have unveiled a high-profile lineup of speakers for the programme’s seventh anniversary celebration, which will also commemorate ace broadcaster Kikelomo Atanda-Owo Abati’s more than 20-year journey in the Nigerian media industry.
The milestone event will hold on October 10, 2026, at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos, bringing together leaders from government, business, media and culture for conversations on Nigeria’s future.
Leading the keynote sessions are Dr Kadiri Obafemi Hamzat, Deputy Governor of Lagos State, and Mr Vlassis Liakouris, Group Managing Director of Mandilas Group Limited.
Also confirmed as distinguished speakers are Mr Kola Adesina, Group Managing Director of Sahara Group, and Dr Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji, Founder of Rise Network, while Mrs Bola Adesola, Chairman of the Board of Ecobank Nigeria, will deliver the goodwill message.
The speakers will engage the theme, “The Future of Nigeria: Where Leadership, Innovation, Culture and Media Converge to Shape Nation Building,” exploring how governance, enterprise, innovation and storytelling can shape national development.
According to the organisers, the theme reflects the philosophy that has defined Real Talk With Kike over the past seven years as a platform for meaningful conversations on leadership, society, business, relationships, culture and contemporary issues affecting Nigeria.
For Kikelomo Atanda-Owo Abati, the celebration marks two significant milestones. Beyond the programme’s seventh anniversary, it also celebrates more than two decades of broadcasting, making the occasion a tribute to longevity, impact and the power of dialogue.
The multidisciplinary speaker lineup mirrors the event’s nation-building focus. Hamzat is expected to share perspectives on public leadership and governance, while Adesina and Liakouris will discuss private-sector leadership, enterprise and innovation. Akerele-Ogunsiji will contribute insights on education, youth development and innovation, with Adesola bringing the perspective of corporate governance and financial-sector leadership.
The October gathering is expected to attract policymakers, business executives, media personalities, creatives and guests who have been part of the Real Talk With Kike journey since its inception, reinforcing its reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading platforms for thought-provoking conversations.
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