Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny Holds Technical Sessions and Paper Presentations on Day Three of 2026 Engineering Week

The Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, continued its 2026 Engineering Week on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, with technical sessions and paper presentations focused on strengthening collaboration between academia and industry.

Held under the theme "Enhancing Nigeria’s Energy Generation: The Role of Academia-Industry Partnership," the event featured keynote addresses, expert-led paper presentations, and industrial integration programmes designed to connect academic learning with practical industry experience.

Organizers said the Engineering Week and Biennial Conference brought together industry stakeholders, engineering professionals, and members of the academic community to address the gap between classroom knowledge and real-world application.

The day’s activities also included symposia and research presentations highlighting the changing nature of modern engineering, as well as current innovations and technologies shaping the sector.

Participants noted that the programme provided a platform for dialogue, knowledge-sharing, and stronger cooperation aimed at advancing engineering practice and supporting Nigeria’s energy development goals.

As part of the activities, medals were presented to students who emerged as winners in the quiz and sports competitions held alongside the Engineering Week and Biennial Conference.