Engr. Yetunde Aladeitan, PhD, FNSE, Emerged As the National Chairman of Nigerian Institution of Petroleum Engineers (NIPetE)

It is with great honour that we introduce the leader recently elected by our members to steer the Nigerian Institution of Petroleum Engineers (NIPetE): Engr. Yetunde Aladeitan, PhD, FNSE, Her election as National Chairman is a powerful endorsement of a career defined by academic excellence, industry impact, and dedicated professional service—the core qualities that will guide our institution forward.

The Scholar-Practitioner: An Authority in the Field
Dr. Aladeitan is an esteemed Associate Professor of Petroleum Engineering whose expertise is both deep and directly applicable. Her foundational PhD research focused on optimizing thin oil rim reservoirs, tackling a key challenge in the Niger Delta. This academic authority is complemented by her hands-on industry roles as the Managing Consultant of Klensfield Environmental Services and a Consultant for NovaSpire Energy, where she applies theory to solve real-world problems in environmental strategy and energy projects.
The Proven Leader: Built on Service and Governance
Her mandate to lead is rooted in a long-standing record of institutional service and leadership. As a Fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), she has served in critical roles such as Chairman of the NSE Engineering Manpower and Occupation Committee, where she helped shape the standards and future of the profession. This extensive experience in professional governance equips her with the precise skills to champion NIPetE’s mission and represent our members’ interests effectively.
The Industry Voice: Advocating for the Profession
Dr. Aladeitan is a recognized voice for engineering excellence. She is regularly called upon to share her insights as a speaker at premier forums like the Nigerian International Energy Summit (NIES) and the Nigerian Oil & Gas (NOG) Conference. In these spaces, she advances the critical role of petroleum engineers in shaping a sustainable energy future for Nigeria.

In Dr. Yetunde Aladeitan, the members of NIPetE have elected a leader who personifies the integrity and expertise of our profession. Her unique blend of academic scholarship, practical industry experience, and proven governance provides a solid foundation for her tenure.

Please join us in congratulating our elected National Chairman. We look forward to uniting under her leadership to advance the goals of our institution and our profession.The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE).

SOURCE: IN HOUSE