2026 Int’l Safety Engineering
Conference & AGM
Theme: Safety Engineering Application in Multimodal Transportation Systems
Conference Countdown
Hotel Presidential, Port Harcourt, Rivers State · Starts October 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM Daily
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A look into the 10th Anniversary International Safety Engineering Conference & AGM — Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
A Decade of Safety Excellence
Celebrating 10 Years of Pioneering Safety Engineering in Nigeria — 2016 to 2026
Safety Engineering Application in Multimodal Transportation Systems
The Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers (NISafetyE), a Division of The Nigerian Society of Engineers, proudly presents the 2026 International Conference, AGM, 10th Year Anniversary Celebrations, and Safety Engineering Awards. This premier gathering unites policymakers, regulators, industry executives, and engineering researchers to advance systemic safety frameworks across Nigeria's vital transit networks.
Official Conference Brochure
Download the complete 94-page official conference programme, executive messages, panel sessions, awards details, and technical papers.
Download Full PDF Brochure (94 Pages)Event Schedule
Thursday 8th – Saturday 10th October, 2026 • 10:00 AM Daily
- Day 1 Oct 8 – Opening Ceremony, Keynote Address, Anniversary Cake Cutting & Multimodal Panel Session
- Day 2 Oct 9 – Seplat Keynote, Public Lecture, 5 Technical Paper Presentations & Induction Ceremony
- Day 3 Oct 10 – Annual General Meeting, Safety Engineering Awards & 11th Fellowship Ceremony
Conference Venue
Hosted by NISafetyE Rivers State Chapter
Hotel Presidential
Aba Road, GRA Phase II
Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
Dignitaries & Key Officials
Distinguished Ministers, Executive Governors, Engineering Presidents, and Royal Fathers gracing the 2026 Conference
Special Guest of Honour
Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi
Hon. Minister of Labour and Employment (FMLE FCT, Abuja)
Special Guest of Honour
Festus Keyamo, ESQ., CON, SAN
Hon. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development
Host Governor
HE Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS
Executive Governor, Rivers State
Chairman of the Event
Engr. Ali Alimasuya Rabiu, FNSE
President, The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE)
Distinguished Guest
Engr. Prof. Sadiq Zubair Abubakar
President, Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)
Royal Father of the Day
HRH King Sir Eze Simeon C. Wokoma JP
Paramount Ruler, Nyewe-Eli Rumuokwurusi Kingdom
The Chief Host
Engr. Andrew Monday Abanum, PhD
National Chairman, NISafetyE
CPC Chairman / RSVP
Engr. Francis Etafo, FNSE
National Vice Chairman I & Central Planning Committee Chairman
Keynote Speakers
Distinguished industry chief executives delivering transformative addresses on multimodal safety engineering
Keynote Speaker
Mr. Matthieu Bouyer
MD/CEO, TOTALENERGIES NIGERIA
Executive energy leader driving world-class offshore safety culture, deepwater asset integrity, and multi-energy transition strategies.
Keynote Speaker
Engr. Effiong Okon, FNSE, FEI
MD/CEO, Seplat Energy PLC
Global energy executive with over 35 years of transformative leadership across Shell and Seplat, advancing gas infrastructure and operational safety.
Keynote Speaker
Mr. Oluwaseun Faleye, Esq.
MD/CE, Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF)
Corporate legal practitioner and governance strategist leading national occupational safety, accident prevention, and workers' social protection.
Keynote & DGCA
Captain Chris Ona Najomo, FNISafetyE
DGCA — Director-General & CEO, NCAA
Aviation safety chief executive spearheading civil aviation surveillance, ICAO compliance, airspace security, and multimodal transport links.
Guest Speakers & Panelists
Leading specialists across Road, Marine, Aviation, Railway, and Pipeline Transportation Safety
Road Safety Expert
Engr. Dr. Bola Mudashiru
FNSE, FNISafetyE, FNIHTE — Highway & Transportation Safety Expert
Preeminent highway engineer specializing in geometric road design safety audits, intelligent transport networks, and crash mitigation.
Railway Expert
Engr. Kenneth Olumide Falano
Railway Expert & Railway Construction Safety Specialist
Railway engineering consultant with vast experience in standard-gauge track construction, signaling, and rail project HSE governance.
Pipeline Expert
Engr. Dr. Abimbola Alamu, FNSE
FNISafetyE — Oil Tanker & Pipeline Transportation Safety Expert
Acclaimed specialist in bulk hydrocarbon transportation safety, pipeline integrity, tanker fire prevention, and emergency spill response.
Road Safety Expert
Engr. Dr. Ibijola, FNSE
FNISafetyE — Road Transport Safety Expert
Authority in commercial fleet safety, vehicular telematics, driver risk profiling, and highway freight transit regulations.
Railway Expert
Engr. Precious Ebare, FNSE
Railway Expert & Railway Safety Specialist
Senior railway safety engineer with deep expertise in passenger safety protocols, rolling stock maintenance, and track integrity.
Aviation Safety Expert
Engr. Dr. Ifeanyi Iteke, FNSE
FNISafetyE (NCAA) — Aviation Safety Expert
Regulatory aviation specialist at NCAA with focus on airworthiness certification, aerodrome safety, and multimodal transport links.
Aviation Executive
Mrs. Olubunmi Oluwaseun Kuku
MD/CEO, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN)
Infrastructure strategist leading the operational modernization, safety standards, and security architecture of all 24 federal airports in Nigeria.
Maritime Safety Expert
High Chief (Engr.) Kestin Pondi
MD Tantita Security Services — Maritime Safety Expert
Eminent industrial security and marine protection executive securing vital oil & gas waterways and coastal navigation channels.
Public Lecturer
Dr. David Chijioke Onuoha
Chairman, ISPON Anambra State; Deputy Director OHS, UNIZIK
Distinguished OHS scholar and practitioner delivering the 2026 Public Lecture on Safety Collaboration across multimodal sectors.
Maritime Safety Expert
Engr. Prof. Akaninyene Edet Ekong
FNSE, FNISafetyE — 3rd Past National Chairman · Maritime Safety Expert
Senior scholar and expert in harbor navigation, marine vessel safety systems, and offshore risk engineering in Africa.
Conference Schedule
Three days of high-impact keynotes, technical sessions, multimodal safety lectures, AGM, and 10th anniversary celebrations
Arrival & Registration of Participants & Guests
Accreditation and reception of delegates, invited guests, and attendees.
Introduction of Dignitaries & Opening Ceremonies
National Anthem (1st & 2nd Stanzas), Opening Prayer (3rd Stanza), followed by Safety Briefing / Safety Moment.
Welcome Address & Chairman's Opening Remarks
Welcome address by Chief Host & NISafetyE National Chairman, Engr. Andrew Monday Abanum, PhD; followed by Chairman's Remarks by NSE President, Engr. Ali Alimasuya Rabiu, FNSE.
Engr. Andrew Monday Abanum, PhD
Keynote Address by MD/CEO TotalEnergies Nigeria
Address by Keynote Speaker Mr. Matthieu Bouyer, Managing Director / CEO of TOTALENERGIES NIGERIA.
Mr. Matthieu Bouyer (TotalEnergies)
Addresses by Special Guests of Honour
HE Gov. Siminalayi Fubara (Governor, Rivers State), Engr. Prof. Sadiq Zubair Abubakar (President, COREN), Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi (Minister of Labour & Employment), and Festus Keyamo, SAN (Minister of Aviation & Aerospace Development).
HE Sir Siminalayi Fubara
Aviation & Royal Addresses
Address by DG/NCAA Capt. Chris Najomo, FNISafetyE; Address by Royal Father of the Day HRH King Sir Eze Simeon C. Wokoma JP; and Goodwill Addresses.
Capt. Chris Najomo, FNISafetyE
Cutting of the 10th Year Anniversary Cake
Celebratory cake cutting marking the 10th National Anniversary of NISafetyE (2016 – 2026) and group photographs.
PANEL SESSION ONE: Multimodal Transportation Safety
Interactive debate on Pipeline, Tanker, Rail, Aviation, Maritime, and Road Safety. Moderator: Engr. Dr. Bola Mudashiru • Panelists: Capt. Chris Najomo (DGCA NCAA), Hon. Adegboyega Oyetola CON, Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed mni, Hon. Muhammadu Dingyadi, Engr. Precious Ebare FNSE.
Exhibition Opening & Students' Innovations Display
Formal opening of industrial exhibition stands, sponsor technology displays, and nationwide tertiary student engineering innovations.
Conference Registration Fees
Select your category below to participate in person at Hotel Presidential, Port Harcourt or virtually
- Full 3-Day Conference & AGM Access
- 11th Fellowship Ceremony
- Premium Conference Bag & Materials
- Daily Meals & Refreshments
- CPD Certificate of Attendance
- Full 3-Day Conference Access
- Annual General Meeting (AGM)
- Conference Bag & Full Materials
- Lunch & Refreshments (Days 1–3)
- CPD Credits & Certificate
- Full 3-Day Conference Access
- All Technical & Panel Sessions
- Conference Kit & Documents
- Daily Meals & Refreshments
- Certificate of Participation
- 3-Day Conference Access
- Technical & Exhibition Sessions
- Conference Materials
- Meals & Refreshments
- Certificate of Attendance
- Full 3-Day Conference Access
- Technical Sessions & Mentorship
- Conference Materials
- Refreshments & Lunch
- CPD Certificate of Attendance
- 3-Day Conference Access
- Student Innovation Competition
- Digital Conference Materials
- Meals & Refreshments
- Student Certificate
- Opening & Closing Ceremonies
- 10th Anniversary Celebrations
- Awards & Fellowship Ceremony
- Refreshments & Gala Lunch
- Live Stream Access (All 3 Days)
- Interactive Q&A with Speakers
- Digital Conference Brochure & Papers
- E-Certificate of Attendance
- Full 3-Day Conference Access
- Airport Protocol Assistance
- VIP Conference Bag & Full Materials
- International Certificate & CPD
Bank Transfer & Payment Verification
Make direct payment to the official NISafetyE Zenith Bank account below. After payment, forward proof of transfer with your Full Name and narration ISEC 2026 to WhatsApp or email.
Online Registration Portal
Submit your registration details for instant booking confirmation
Our Confirmed Sponsors & Partners
We proudly acknowledge the invaluable support of industry giants and regulatory authorities
Confirmed Corporate Sponsors
Institutional & Regulatory Partners
Sponsorship Tiers
Align your brand with safety engineering leadership at our 10th National Anniversary
- Title Sponsorship on all conference collateral
- Special Recognition & Corporate Award
- MD/CEO Keynote Address speaking slot
- Prime exhibition space in main foyer
- Full-page colour advert in official brochure
- 10 Complimentary VIP Delegate Passes
- Official recognition & award plaque
- Prominent logo on brochure, web & banners
- Exhibition booth space
- Half-page colour advert in brochure
- 8 Complimentary Delegate Passes
- Official recognition & award plaque
- Logo on conference media & banners
- Speaking slot in technical session
- Half-page advert in brochure
- 5 Complimentary Passes
- Official recognition & award plaque
- Logo on website & backdrop
- Exhibition booth opportunities
- 2 Complimentary Passes
- Official recognition & award plaque
- Logo in conference booklet
- 1 Complimentary Delegate Pass
Partner with NISafetyE 2026
For sponsorship bookings, exhibition booth reservations, and advert placements, contact the Central Planning Committee:
Frequently Asked Questions
Key information about the 2026 International Safety Engineering Conference & AGM
Contact Us
Reach out to the Central Planning Committee and host chapter for enquiries
Conference Secretariat
National Secretariat
The Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers (NISafetyE)
1 Engineering Close, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
Conference Venue (Port Harcourt)
Hotel Presidential, Aba Road, GRA Phase II, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Enquiries & WhatsApp
+234 812 493 5252
+234 803 668 6887
08023949496 (CPC Chairman)
Email Address
info@nisafetye.com
conference@nisafetye.com
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Getting to Hotel Presidential, Port Harcourt
From Port Harcourt Airport (Omagwa)
Board airport taxi directly heading towards Port Harcourt City along Airport Road to Port Harcourt–Aba Expressway. Hotel Presidential is situated prominently by Rumuola junction / Aba Road, approx. 30–40 minutes from the airport.
From Aba Expressway / Waterlines
Located centrally on Aba Road adjacent to GRA Phase II and Waterlines junction. Conveniently accessible via all major interstate transit routes and intra-city ride-hailing services.
Host Chapter Protocol
The NISafetyE Rivers State Chapter protocol team will be on ground to assist incoming delegates with transportation logistics, hotel check-ins, and local navigation.