PHOTO CAPTION: Engr. Musa Isiaq, lecturer and examination officer in Mechanical Engineering at Yaba College of Technology, and Oluwatomi Faniran, Head of Marketing at JMG Limited, with members of the Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE), Yaba Tech Chapter, during a factory visit to JMG Limited in Lagos on Friday, October 23, 2026. The visit provided the students with first-hand exposure to industrial production processes and the practical application of engineering knowledge.
JMG
Limited hosted members of the Nigerian Institution of Mechanical
Engineers (NIMechE), Yaba College of Technology Chapter, on Friday, 23 October
2026, for a factory visit aimed at exposing the students to industrial
operations and the practical application of engineering principles.
The visit provided an opportunity for the students to gain insight into how engineering knowledge is applied in a working industrial environment, complementing their academic training with exposure to industry practices.
The engagement also
brought together academic and industry perspectives through Engr. Musa Isiaq, a
mechanical engineering lecturer and examination officer at Yaba College of
Technology, who previously worked with JMG. His experience in both settings
offered a useful perspective on the relationship between engineering education
and the demands of professional practice.
Speaking on the value
of industrial exposure for engineering students, Isiaq said, “Experiences like
this help students better understand the connection between what they learn in
the classroom and how engineering principles are applied in industry. Seeing
these processes in practice can give them a clearer perspective on the skills
and technical knowledge required in their chosen profession.”
JMG provides engineering
and electromechanical solutions across several areas, including power
generation, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), solar energy and
industrial applications. Its operations offer a practical context for
understanding how engineering systems and technical expertise support
industrial and commercial needs.
Commenting on the
importance of connecting academic learning with industry experience, Oluwatomi
Faniran, Head of Marketing at JMG Limited, said, “At JMG, we recognise the
importance of giving young engineers opportunities to see how the knowledge
they acquire in the classroom translates into practical applications.
Engagements like this help students gain a better understanding of the
industry, the technologies involved and the role engineering plays in
addressing everyday business and industrial needs. We believe that closer
interaction between industry and academic institutions is valuable in preparing
students for the realities of professional practice.”
For the students, the
engagement provided an opportunity to relate aspects of their academic training
to real-world engineering applications and gain a better appreciation of the
technical considerations involved in industrial operations. Such engagements
can help students develop a broader understanding of their field and the
expectations they may encounter as they prepare to enter the workforce.
The visit also
highlights the value of interaction between industry and academic institutions
in strengthening engineering education. Opportunities to observe industrial
processes and engage with professionals can complement classroom instruction by
helping students understand how theoretical concepts are applied in practice.
For JMG, hosting the
students reflects the importance of creating opportunities for engagement with
aspiring engineers and supporting a stronger connection between technical
education and industry. Such interactions provide a platform for students to
gain exposure to professional environments while learning more about the
practical applications of engineering.
As the students
progress in their studies, experiences of this nature can help broaden their
understanding of engineering beyond the classroom, bringing into focus its role
in solving practical problems and supporting industrial development.
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