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Engr. Dr. Babagana Modu Tela
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Engr. Dr. Babagana
Modu Tela, FNSE, FNIMechE

17th National Chairman
Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers

A distinguished mechanical engineer, professional leader, researcher and administrator whose career reflects sustained commitment to engineering excellence, institutional development and national service.

Citation of Honour

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE & LEADERSHIP RECORD

ENGR. DR. BABAGANA MODU TELA, FNSE, FNIMechE 17th National Chairman — Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE)
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Personal Background

Engineer Dr. Babagana Modu Tela, FNSE, FNIMechE, was born in Maiduguri, the Borno State Capital. He will be 55 years old by October 2026.

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Education

Primary
Aliyaseri Primary School, Maiduguri
1979–1984
Secondary
Government Secondary School Damboa, Borno State
1985–1990
National Diploma
Ramat Polytechnic, Maiduguri
National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
1992–1994
Bachelor's Degree
University of Maiduguri
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering — Upper Credit
2001
Master's Degree
University of Maiduguri
Energy & Environmental Studies
2010–2015
PhD
University of Maiduguri
Energy & Environmental Engineering
2015–2025
Additional Training
Kashim Ibrahim College of Education — PGDE
Continental Computer College — Diploma in Computer Office Applications
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Professional Career

1995
Began professional career at Borno State Water Corporation.
Engineering
Served as Principal Engineer and Head of the Mechanical Electrical Division.
2000–2006
Head, Rural Water Supply Agency.
2006–Date
Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority.
Leadership
Coordinator, North-East Operational Office.
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Professional Affiliations

Fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (FNSE), Fellow of the Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (FNIMechE), and member/fellow of professional bodies covering Institute of Management Consultants (UK & Nigeria), Strategic Management, Public Diplomacy, Corporate Administration and other professional disciplines.

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Leadership in NIMechE

National
National Chairman-Elect.
2024–2025
Deputy National Chairman.
2021–2023
Vice Chairman.
2018–2020
Borno State Chairman.
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Engineering Projects

Water treatment plants and associated infrastructure.
Housing projects and borehole development across Borno, Yobe and Abuja.
Pollution control systems and environmental engineering initiatives.
Radiotherapy safety assessments and nuclear-related engineering activities.
Waste incinerator design and engineering evaluation.
Infrastructure assessments and technical engineering evaluations.
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Research & Publications

An active contributor to engineering research, technical papers and peer-reviewed publications, with professional interests spanning energy, environmental engineering, safety, infrastructure and sustainable engineering practice.

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Hobbies

Reading
Travelling
Football