President, Nigerian Institution of Surveyors, Ibitoye Matthew-Olomolatan (R), with the Surveyor-General of the Federation, Abdulganiyu Adebomehin, during the induction of Surveyors in Abuja on Thursday (24/4/25).
By Ameh Gabriel
The Surveyors Council of Nigeria (SURCON) has inducted 433 newly qualified professionals into the surveying profession at a ceremony held at Chida International Conference Centre, Abuja, with the theme “Beyond the Seal: Elevating Your Brand, Voice, and Value as a Professional.”
This was disclosed in a statement signed on 24th April 2025 by Henry David Head, Information and Public Relations Office of the Surveyor General of the Federation
According to the statement, while addressing the inductees, the Chairman of the occasion and Surveyor General of the Federation (SGOF), Surv. Abduganiyu Adeyemi Adebomehin, described the induction as a “new dawn” for the profession and the nation.
“The world relies on surveyors as expert witnesses and nation builders,” he said.
“This moment marks not just your academic achievement, but your entry into a future where your skills will help shape the country’s development.”
He encouraged the new surveyors to pursue continuous learning, uphold precision and integrity, and contribute meaningfully to national growth.
Hon. Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Dangiwa, in his goodwill message, congratulated the council and the inductees. He emphasized the vital role of surveyors in national infrastructure development, aligning with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
“As professionals, you are essential to our infrastructure goals. Embrace geospatial innovation, adhere to ethical standards, and remain lifelong learners,” Dangiwa advised.
Former Minister of Environment and past SURCON Registrar, Suleiman Hassan-Zarma, also commended the initiative and urged the inductees to be value-driven across sectors including agriculture, housing, and urban planning.
SURCON President, Surv. Ganiyu Agunbiade, reminded the new surveyors that their official seal granted by SURCON can be withdrawn if misused. “You must raise the bar, uphold the integrity of the profession, and create employment opportunities,” he charged.
Nigerian Institution of Surveyors President, Surv. Matthew Ibitoye, highlighted the importance of resilience and urged inductees to contribute meaningfully to the geospatial industry, especially in the face of global digital transformation.
SURCON Registrar, Surv. Olakunle Olugbemiro, formally inducted the 433 members by administering the oath and overseeing the signing of the official register.
The ceremony was attended by senior government officials, industry stakeholders, and urban planning professionals, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s surveying sector.
