Olu of Warri, others for book launch

His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri, alongside Engr. Chief Ben Esi and other prominent figures are expected to grace the launch of two landmark books aimed at advancing technical education in Nigeria.
The event, scheduled to hold at the MOM Civic Centre, Airport Road, Warri, will feature the unveiling of Metalwork for Colleges and Vocational Institutions and Mechanical Engineering Technician Practices, Volume 1.
According to a statement by the author, Engr. Okotie Victor Oritsetimeyin, who also serves as Secretary of the Environmental Pollution and Environmonitoring Impact Committee (EPEIMC), Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Warri Branch, the books are designed as academic tools for students in technical colleges, polytechnics, and vocational institutions.
Oritsetimeyin stated that the publications were borne out of years of professional experience, teaching, and a passion for mentoring aspiring technicians.
“There is an increasing demand for industry-relevant, hands-on knowledge in our technical schools. These books are not only instructional but are designed to equip students with practical skills for workshops, factories, and even entrepreneurial ventures,” he said.
Oritsetimeyin added that the books seek to address existing gaps in Nigeria’s technical education curriculum, especially in the areas of mechanical engineering and foundational metalwork practices.
Okotie, a staunch advocate of environmental sustainability and skill-based development, posited that youth empowerment through vocational knowledge is key to addressing critical national issues such as unemployment, pollution, and industrial inefficiency.
The books will be reviewed by Engr. Dr. Edward Bright, Head of the Civil Engineering Department at the Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun (FUPRE), and Engr. Mosan, a retired Chevron mechanical engineer.