The President of the Nigerian Association for Engineering Geology and the Environment (NAEGE), Prof. Salome Waziri, has received the Nation-Builder Award 2026 from the Congress of Nigerian Students at the University of Johannesburg (CONSUJ), South Africa, in recognition of her leadership, scholarship, and commitment to mentoring young professionals.
The award recognises leaders whose service inspires generations, builds bridges and advances national development beyond geographical boundaries.
NAEGE, in a congratulatory message, described the honour as a fitting recognition of Waziri’s contributions to engineering geology and her efforts to promote professional excellence through leadership and mentorship.
“Through her sterling leadership of NAEGE, her scholarship in Engineering Geology, and her tireless mentorship of young professionals, she has continued to redefine excellence and purposeful leadership,” the association said.
The association expressed pride in the recognition, describing the award as a testament to Waziri’s dedication to the profession and the development of emerging professionals.
“We at NAEGE are not surprised; there is indeed no hiding place for a golden fish. This honour is well-deserved and long overdue,” it stated.
Congratulating the president on behalf of its Executive Council and members. NAEGE said the recognition had brought honour to the association and its wider professional community.
“On behalf of the Executive Council and all members, we congratulate you, Madam President. You have made the entire NAEGE family proud,” the statement added.
Waziri’s recognition places a spotlight on the importance of professional leadership, academic excellence and mentorship in developing the next generation of engineering geology practitioners.
NAEGE described the award as a source of pride for the association, reaffirming its appreciation of the president’s contributions to the profession.
