Muslim engineers urged to prioritise ethics, public safety

The Muslim Engineers Association (TMEA) has called upon engineers to prioritize professional competence, accountability, and public safety over personal interests. Engr. Gbadegesin Osuolale, the National President of TMEA, emphasized this message during the inauguration of the association’s inaugural National Executive Council in Lagos.

The event, themed “Engineering Excellence, Ethical Leadership and Service to Humanity Through Islamic Values,” represents a new era for TMEA, which seeks to promote ethical engineering practices, mentorship, research, and collaboration among Muslim engineers.

Osuolale stressed that engineering is a profession built on public trust and urged engineers to resist unethical pressures from contracts, politics, and personal interests. He highlighted that any structure, system, software, or technology created by an engineer can have significant consequences for human lives and remains in use for generations. "Every code that you write, every order that you sign, and every product of your work must have a moral foundation," he asserted.

TMEA aims to engage Muslim engineers throughout Nigeria and inspire them to apply their skills to address national development challenges. The association will prioritize sectors such as energy, housing, transportation, water, agriculture, and manufacturing, while also embracing emerging technologies, research, and practical solutions.