The Nigerian Institution of Space Engineers (NISEng) strives to provide its members and the space community with high-quality programs and innovations, producing world-class engineering professionals capable of addressing contemporary challenges in the space industry.
Mission Statement
NISEng’s mission is: “To provide members with the technical skills, knowledge, and expertise to meet intellectual, ethical, and career challenges, building a hopeful and prosperous future for humanity beyond the Earth’s environment.”
Objectives
NISEng’s objectives are to:
- Develop and advance the practice of Space Engineering.
- Develop the capacity to conduct, encourage, and promote research in Space Engineering.
- Extend knowledge in Space Engineering and provide professional development opportunities, complementing those offered by established national and international institutions.
- Conduct, coordinate, and support projects for the advancement of Space Engineering.
- Exhibit social welfare and professional responsibility for the benefit of its members.
Brief History
Founded in 1958, the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) serves as the umbrella organization for the engineering profession in Nigeria. Through progressive programs, the NSE has become a key driver of professional development for its members and technological advancement for the country. The NSE Council regularly appoints expert members from various economic sectors to advise on critical matters related to the profession and provide input on government policies.
Recognizing the growing importance of space technology, the NSE Council established the Space Technology Committee in 2002. Composed of eleven engineers with expertise in space technology and research, and chaired by Engr. Prof. V. O. S. Olunloyo, FNSE, the committee’s mandate included:
- Studying the National Space Policy (NSP).
- Identifying the engineering aspects of the NSP, such as communications, solid minerals, water resources, environment, and agriculture.
- Analyzing the NSP for inconsistencies with other national development policies and aspirations.
- Recommending strategies for the successful launch of Nigeria’s first indigenous satellite.
Since its inauguration on January 22, 2002, by then-NSE President Engr. F.A. Somolu, FNSE, the committee made numerous recommendations to the Council, influencing the National Space Program. It contributed to capacity building for the utilization of NIGCOMSAT-1, university research projects on microsatellite design, and investigated the NIGCOMSAT-1 failure in 2008, submitting a report that served as the NSE’s position paper. The committee maintained professional advisory liaison with government agencies like NASRDA and NIGCOMSAT, and facilitated a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between NASRDA and NSE in 2011, focusing on space engineering cooperation.
Due to the committee’s significant contributions and the growth of space infrastructure and expertise in Nigeria, the committee requested the NSE Council to transition it into a full-fledged division. The Council approved the formation of the Space Engineering Division, the 17th division of NSE, on January 16, 2011. Its objectives included professional development in the space sector through capacity building and serving as an interface between NSE and the Federal Government on space-related matters.
On May 10, 2018, the NSE Council approved the change of name from the Space Engineering Division to the Nigerian Institution of Space Engineers (NISEng).
NISEng Annual Distinguished Lecture Series
| Year | Theme |
|---|---|
| 2017 | Space Technologies in Nigeria, Challenges and Prospects |
| 2018 | The Role of Nigeria Security Agencies for Peaceful Uses of Outer Space |
| 2019 | Remote Sensing Technology and National Security |
| 2020 | Satellites: Improving Life, Work and National Security under COVID-19 Pandemic |
| 2021 | Dominating Ungoverned Spaces and Porous Border in Nigeria: The Role, Challenges and Prospects of Space Technology |
| 2022 | Transportation Terrorism in Nigeria: Implications, Countermeasures and Space Technology Solutions |
NISEng National Conference and Annual General Meeting Series
| Year | Theme |
|---|---|
| 2011 | Sustaining Earth Observation Satellite Technology Development in Nigeria: Success Factors and Strategies |
| 2012 | Space Technology and National Security: Issues and Prospects |
| 2013 | Space Technology and Disaster Management |
| 2014 | Infrastructural Requirement for Sustainable Space Engineering Advancement |
| 2015 | Space Science and Technology for National Development |
| 2016 | Space Technology for National Development; A Tool for Economic Diversification |
| 2017 | Benefit of Space Technology to Nigeria Economy |
| 2018 | Leveraging on Outer Space Assets for National Security in Nigeria |
| 2019 | Satellite Ground System as Critical Space Infrastructure for National Development |
| 2020 | Enhancing Nigerian System of Education Using Satellite Technology Under Covid-19 |
| 2021 | Combatting Kidnapping and Banditry in Nigeria: Role of Space Technologies and ICTs, Security Establishment and The State |
| 2022 | Role of Space and Digital Technologies in Sustainable Energy and Environmental Development |