Executive Committee

Engr Segun Olarinoye is a highly experienced chartered electrical engineer with over 20 years of demonstrated history in the construction and critical infrastructure industries.

He has worked on notable projects both in the United Kingdom and Nigeria developing technical, innovative, and cost-effective electrical solutions for buildings and critical infrastructure for data centres such as The Event Centre Aberdeen (TECA), Maxim business park Eurocentral, Sports centers in Aberdeenshire to mention a few.

Between 2007 – 2011, as the Data Centre Manager for Guaranty Trust Bank, Nigeria, he led a team to ensure the 24/7 operations of the main data centre and disaster recovery site.

Engr Segun Olarinoye is a Member of The Nigerian Society of Engineers, Member, Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers UK and he is the 3rd Chairman of The Nigeria Society of Engineers, Glasgow branch where he leads a team of Nigerian Engineers to promote a high standard of Engineering study and practice.

He holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, and a Masters degree (MBA) in Business Administration from Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen.

He is the Director and Lead Engineer of Lawrences Global Services Ltd, an Engineering Consultancy he founded, and went into full operations in 2023.

Simon Achi Omerigwe is a COREN registered professional engineer with extensive experience cutting across various fields of specialties including oil & gas, academics, finance, engineering construction, etc…. As an engineering lecturer, he demonstrates an energetic, ambitious, and open-minded approach to proffering engineering solutions, and has developed a great quest for excellence in project delivery and execution. Simon possesses an excellent ability to motivate others, communicate effectively and exceptionally at all levels. He holds a BEng in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria, and a MSc in Biomedical Engineering with Cell and Tissue Engineering from the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK. Currently he is a Doctoral Researcher at the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences (SIPBS), Glasgow, UK. He is a scholar with notable honours and awards (Best Poster Presentation Award- BioMedEng24, Most Inspiring Academic Staff Award- Stanmore College 2024, Global Research Scholarship Award- University of Strathclyde 2023, Engineering Scholarship Award- University of Strathclyde 2021).

Diret holds a B.Eng. and M.Eng. Degrees in Chemical Engineering from the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi. He obtained an M.Sc. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Nottingham, UK where he also completed a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering. Diret won the 2023 Global Universitas 21 Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) People’s Choice Award. His expertise includes microwave processing of materials, soil remediation, biomass processing, waste recycling and valorisation, and process optimisation. He is a registered engineer with the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) and the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE).

Engr. Emeka Okpalannajiaku obtained a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering at Nnamdi Azikiwe university, Anambra state and a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) at Edinburgh Napier university, Edinburgh. He is a COREN registered and an experienced electrical engineer with over ten (10)years of hands-on expertise. He has successfully designed, managed, and implemented diverse electrical projects for both residential and commercial sectors, ensuring optimal power delivery and energy efficiency.

Emeka has extensive knowledge and experience in low-voltage power distribution, where he ensured the safe and efficient distribution of electricity for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. His deep understanding of safety standards and regulatory compliance allows him to deliver high-quality, secure, and cost-effective solutions. As a passionate advocate for renewable energy, he has also honed his expertise in solar energy systems, where he specialize in the design, installation, and maintenance of photovoltaic (PV) systems. His experience in solar system includes energy audits, site assessments, system sizing, and grid-tied/ off-grid solar solutions.

Wale obtained his Bachelor of Science (hons) degree in Civil Engineering from Enugu State University of Science and Technology, and a master’s degree in project management from the University of West of Scotland, Paisley and a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). Wale has over 15 years post-graduate experience gained on a diverse range of design and build projects that include Industrial projects M&E, civil construction (Offshore windfarm cable installation), Gas pipeline; oil and gas, water M&E; utility; and EPC and brownfield projects, and construction project management which includes tenders and project control. His experience is supported with good knowledge of site construction process and management, health, safety, and environmental management

Sandra is a COREN registered professional engineer with experience in the telecom, electricity transmission and software industries. She is ambitious, relentless and a pace-setter in all ramifications and is passionate about raising the next generation of female professionals in the STEM fields.

Sandra holds a BEng degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Bauchi, Nigeria; Master of Renewable and Sustainable Energy from Murdoch University Perth, Western Australia; and MSc Electrical Power Engineering from Glasgow Caledonian University Glasgow, Scotland.

Engr. Sani Mohammed Lawal is an Electrical Engineer, Academician and Consultants in Electrical Designs Services, Training, Installations, and Solar Photovoltaic Installation Systems with overs 15 years of Experience in Electrical Power Engineering, COREN Registered, Member, IEEE, MNSE, MNIEEE, MCREN, and MSESN. Engr. S.M. Lawal is qualified Quality Assurance Assessor (QAA) and qualified Internal Quality Assurance Manager (IQAM) in Electrical Installation System for National Skills Qualification Framework. He has carry out different Electrical Projects in designs, installation and accreditations of various Polytechnic Programs. Holds Higher National Diploma with PDG from Kaduna Polytechnic and proceeded to Malaysia for Masters in Electrical Power Engineering from University Putra Malaysia (UPM). Engr. S. M. Lawal is a Lecturer in the Electrical/Electronic Engineering Department, College of Engineering, Kaduna Polytechnic. He is currently undergoing his PhD program at Robert Gordon University (RGU), Aberdeen Scotland under the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Scholarship. His research area is in Renewable Energy with emphasis in Low Cost Solar Photovoltaic Concentrator for building integration that will be used in Sub-Sahara Africa; As an Energy Panacea. COREN Examiner, Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria, Professional Interview. Former, two times Technical Secretary, Nigerian Institution of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (NIEEE) Division of Nigerian Society of Engineers, Kaduna Chapter. Member, Governing Council, ASTEVEN Renewable Energy Academy, Lagos Nigeria.

Ms. Oluwaseun Alonge is an accomplished engineer with a strong academic foundation, holding an MSc in Sustainable Energy from the University of Glasgow and an MSc in Petroleum Engineering from the African University of Science and Technology. She has led multiple high-impact projects across the engineering and energy sectors, demonstrating expertise in project management, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement. Her career includes successful roles in both academia and industry, where she has driven significant improvements in project delivery, HSE, and team productivity. Oluwaseun’s commitment to sustainable energy solutions and continuous professional development underscores her dedication to advancing the engineering field.

Bunmi obtained his Bachelor of Science (hons) degree in Civil Engineering from Obafemi Awolowo University, and a masters degree in Construction Project Management from the Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen. Bunmi has over 16 years post-graduate experience in the built environment, civil engineering design, assessment, and construction project management. He has gained valuable experience in civil/structural engineering design, inspection and assessment of railway under bridges, overbridges, footway bridges and other structures like station buildings, gantries and retaining walls. His experience is supported with good knowledge of buildability, site construction process and management, health, safety, and environmental management.