NIMECHE Unilag
Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers, UNILAG Student Forum
Year Established
1964
Historic foundation
Active Membership
950+ Active Students
Active student engineers
Current President
Salawu Daniel
2026/2027 Session
Institutional Scope
NIMechE UNILAG
Faculty of Engineering
About NIMECHE Unilag
When it moves... It's Mechanical
Founded in 1964 alongside the faculty's inception, the Department of Mechanical Engineering emphasizes solid mechanics, thermodynamics, machine design, and manufacturing. The department's historical trajectory is inextricably linked to the legacy of the late Professor Ayodele Awojobi, a mechanical engineering savant who joined the university in 1966. Professor Awojobi's groundbreaking invention of the "Autonov 1" in 1973, a bi-directional vehicle capable of moving forward and backward using dual steering wheels, established a lasting culture of audacious indigenous innovation.
The modern curriculum balances classical theory with contemporary demands, utilizing specialized modules in CNC and 3D printing. The Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE) UNILAG Student Forum serves as the critical nexus between the academic environment and the professional industry. NIMechE executes a multifaceted mandate centered on professional development, organizing technical competitions and an annual flagship symposium. For example, the 2025 "Built to Evolve" symposium featured industry panels and a highly competitive "Innovate Local 3D Printing Challenge," where undergraduates showcased functional prototypes. By forcing students to secure sponsorships and present to industry leaders, NIMechE ensures graduates are primed to dominate Nigeria's manufacturing, automotive, and energy sectors.
Flagship Programs & Events
Key conferences, hackathons, and activities organized by NIMechE
Built to Evolve Symposium
Flagship engineering summit uniting aerospace, energy, and automotive industry leaders with students.
Innovate Local 3D Printing Challenge
Fast-paced prototyping competition where student teams engineer working mechanical assemblies.
Awojobi Engineering Memorial Week
Annual week celebrating indigenous mechanical inventions and technical excellence.
Core Disciplines & Focus Areas
Interested in collaborating with NIMechE?
Reach out to the executive committee or explore opportunities across the 10 departments and 6 sub-bodies of the University of Lagos Engineering Society.