OSGOF Champions Nigeria’s Geospatial Revolution

Holds Zonal Directors’ Conference in Abuja

The Office of the Surveyor General of the Federation (OSGOF) is paving the way for a transformation in Nigeria’s geospatial sector, blending technology, professionalism, and innovation to secure a promising future for the country.

Surveyor General of the Federation, Surv. Abuduganiyu Adebomehin revealed this during the annual conference of Zonal Directors and Chief Resident Surveyors held in Abuja. 

Themed “The Future of Work: Adapting to Changes in the Geospatial Ecosystem and the Public Service,” the event stressed the urgency for change and a renewed focus on environmental sustainability and national development.

We are shifting away from traditional methods. What we learned in school no longer suffices. Technology has revolutionized our field, and we must harness its power to impact humanity positively. Adebomehin declared.

The Surveyor General emphasized the importance of continuous learning and technological proficiency, urging surveyors to upgrade their skills to remain relevant in the rapidly evolving geospatial landscape.

Equip yourselves with technological advances and live up to expectations when representing us at the state level.  He advised.

Highlighting OSGOF’s strides, Director of Infrastructure Surveys, Surv. Onyekwere Nwogu praised ongoing efforts to revamp zonal offices and invest in human capital.

Several staff members are undergoing postgraduate studies at AFRIGIST, demonstrating our commitment to professional growth. He noted.

The conference also tackled critical issues such as civil service reforms, the adoption of LiDAR technology, and maintaining productivity in remote locations. These discussions were geared towards ensuring OSGOF remains at the forefront of innovation in the public service.

At the event, Surv. Magaji Datti, representatives from the North East Zone expressed enthusiasm about the knowledge gained.

The conference has prepared us to work efficiently, and we’ll take the message back to our zones.

The event reaffirmed OSGOF’s dedication to adapting to modern challenges while upholding professionalism and excellence in the surveying sector. 

With its focus on technology, capacity building, and innovation, OSGOF is charting a path towards a brighter geospatial future for Nigerians.

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