Improving engineering practice: IET Ghana inducts 35 new members at Tamale Technical University

The Institution of Engineering and Technology Ghana, IET Ghana, has inducted 35 new members into the institution at a ceremony held on Saturday, October 3.

The inductees comprised 11 professional engineers, 23 engineering technologists and one affiliate, who successfully completed the required examination, interview and other procedures for induction.

Speaking to the media after the ceremony, President of IET Ghana, Engineer Wonder Salami Davor, said engineers cannot practise in Ghana without being licensed by the appropriate engineering body, making the induction process an important requirement for professional practice.

He advised the newly inducted members to work diligently and with integrity, stressing the need to maintain professional standards, protect the interests of the public and prioritise safety. He also urged them to be innovative in addressing the country's challenges, noting that innovation does not always require creating something entirely new but can involve improving existing infrastructure and solutions to make them safer and more effective.

The Northern Sector Chairman of IET Ghana, Engineer Abdullah Adam, said 38 candidates initially went through the assessment process, which included rigorous examinations and interviews, but only 35 successfully qualified for induction.

He urged the new members to apply their knowledge and expertise with integrity and keep the development and prosperity of the country at heart.

The Vice Dean of the School of Engineering at the University for Development Studies, and guest speaker, Ing. Dr. Enoch Asuako Lawson, called on government and private organisations to prioritise the services of local engineers and provide them with competitive opportunities comparable to those offered to foreign companies.

He cautioned organisations against limiting local engineers to minor assignments, stressing the need to give them opportunities to undertake major projects where their expertise can contribute to national development.

Ing. Dr. Enoch Asuako Lawson further urged the newly inducted engineers to serve as ambassadors of the engineering profession, continuously upgrade their knowledge and propose practical solutions to challenges facing the country.

Speaking on behalf of the Council of the Ghana Institution of Engineering, Engineer Dr. Abdul Shakud Iddrisu encouraged the new engineers not to see their certificates as the end of their professional journey.

He urged them to actively support the institution, contribute to its growth and uphold the values and standards of the engineering profession.

One of the inductees, Engineer George Sulemanna Rafiw, described the induction process as a valuable learning experience that equipped him with knowledge and skills to handle challenges associated with the profession while maintaining quality and professional standards.

He expressed gratitude for becoming a member of the institution, saying the membership would contribute significantly to his professional development and career.

The ceremony brought together families of the inductees, members of the leadership of IET Ghana and experienced engineers from across the region.