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From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja
The Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS) has appointed Rose Chundung Ndong, FNMGS, as its 33rd President.
This is contained in a statement signed by the Chairman of the Installation Committee of the Society, Dr. Matthew Oyedokun, in Abuja.
The statement said Ndong’s vast expertise in geosciences, mining, and the energy sector led to her appointment.
“The distinguished president is a geoscientist and industry leader, her presidency marks a pivotal moment for NMGS, setting the stage for groundbreaking advancements in mining, energy, and geosciences”, Dr. Oyedokun stated.
“Ms. Ndong’s inauguration follows a landmark election during the Society’s Diamond Jubilee Annual International Conference and Exhibition, held in Abuja.
According to the statement, until her appointment, she served in several executive roles within the NMGS Council, most recently as Vice President, where she played a key role in advancing the Society’s strategic objectives.
The statement explained that Ndong’s leadership is expected to drive integrated, sustainable solutions for Nigeria’s extractive industry and natural resource management.
“As the foremost professional body for mining and geosciences in Nigeria, NMGS remains committed to harnessing innovation to unlock the full potential of Nigeria’s natural resources, promote sustainable practices across the mineral, energy, water, and infrastructure sectors.”
“Others are advocating for the rights and recognition of geoscientists and mining engineers in national development, fostering cross-sector collaboration among industry, government, academia, and international partners.
The statement added that the appointment takes immediate effect from Tuesday, April 1, 2025.
