JMG Limited has reiterated its commitment to engineering excellence and youth development by sponsoring and participating in the Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE) Student Federation, Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) Chapter induction ceremony held on Friday, October 30, 2026.
The ceremony brought together aspiring engineers, academic representatives and industry stakeholders to induct new members into the professional body and discuss the skills and opportunities shaping the future of engineering.
A major highlight was a career development session facilitated by Anthony Chikeluba Uzokwe, Recruitment Specialist at JMG Limited, who encouraged students to begin preparing for the demands of the professional world before graduation.
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He urged participants to build strong CVs, acquire relevant technical and soft skills, and establish a credible professional presence on LinkedIn to expand their networks and improve access to career opportunities. He also stressed that academic qualifications must be complemented by practical skills and deliberate career planning to remain competitive in today’s job market.
“Students must be intentional about preparing for the careers they aspire to. Beyond academic qualifications, developing specialised skills, building a strong professional profile and creating meaningful networks are important steps towards becoming competitive in today’s job market,” Uzokwe said.
Through its sponsorship and direct engagement with students, JMG provided industry perspectives on the transition from academic learning to professional engineering practice, highlighting the importance of aligning classroom knowledge with workplace expectations.
The participation reflects JMG’s continued support for engineering education and youth development, as well as its commitment to strengthening the talent pipeline needed to advance Nigeria’s engineering and industrial sectors.
