Highlights from the IOOSA 2026 Induction Ceremony

The International Onshore Offshore Safety Academy (IOOSA) reached a significant milestone this year, successfully hosting its 2026 Induction Program. The event was a high-profile gathering of industry experts, government officials, and safety advocates, all united by a singular mission: advancing occupational health and safety standards in Nigeria and beyond.

The ceremony was not only a celebration of academic and professional achievement but also a powerful networking platform for the nation’s top safety stakeholders.

A Distinguished Gathering

The event was graced by an impressive lineup of dignitaries from various sectors, underscoring the interdisciplinary importance of safety management. Key guests included:

• OSHSA UK Representative (Nigeria Region, Cross River State)

• Ministry of Health Representatives, Cross River State (HSE Division)

• Director of NAFDAC, Cross River State

• State Commandant, NSCDC, Chance Brown

• Sector Commander, FRSC, Innocent Tommy Etuk

• Commissioner of Public Complaints

• Federal Ministry of Housing (Representative)

• Dr. Rita Akpan Egon, Chairman, Federal Establishment

• Dr. (Safety Engr.) Emmanuel Akpan, Operations Manager, Jenny Investment Oil and Gas

• Safety Ogar Lazarus, Safety Manager, Jenny Investment Oil and Gas

• Safety Manager, Wabeco Petroleum

• Legal Team, INEC, Cross River State

Honoring Excellence: Doctoral Inductions

A highlight of the program was the formal induction of these esteemed dignitaries as Doctoral Members of IOOSA. This prestigious recognition reflects their career-long commitment to safety protocols and their leadership in protecting lives and infrastructure across their respective fields.

The seamless execution of the event was credited to the coordination of:

• Dr. Competent Safety Wari (Director of Training)

• Dr. Safety Emilia Umoh (General Secretary)

Doctoral Membership

1. Innocent Tommy Etuk
2. Eno Omini Ojah
3. Agbor, Patience Stephen
4. Emmanuel Etim Akpan
5. Daini Gedoni Elemi
6. O’Neill Mary Emmanuel
7. Rev. Fr. Edward Mayaga
8. Comrade Aniefiok Edoho Moses JP
9. Okpon Walter
10. Odigha Maxwell Odigha
11. Okoi, Grace Iwara
12. Cletus Etim Victor
13. Wari, Clement Akpan
14. Emilia Udofia Umoh
15. God’s Gift Friday Otobong

Professional Membership

1. Oweh, Frederick Joseph
2. Eric Christopher Ikpeme
3. Ibitham, Nyomo Ogban
4. Victor Samuel Ebi
5. Fidelis Okiaye Uthie
6. Egbe, Marcellina Agbor

Fellow Membership

1. Ekei Antigha Ambo
2. Okoma Faith Ozating
3. Owali Janet Matthew
4. Deborah John Grace Odeta AO.
5. Eyo Juliet Orok
6. Erim Maru
7. Bassey Asuquo Effiong
8. Elizabeth Humphrey-Edet
9. Ejimbe, Emmanuel Ifeanyi
10. Akwagiobe Pius Unimke
11. Ekanem Mctemple Wylie
12. Angiating, Charles Edward
13. Isaac Otache Obiabo
14. Oriazowan Oseiga Dennis

Graduate Membership

1. David Udo Akpan
2. Lebo Brandon John
3. Ikpi, Okama Ofem

Student Membership

1. Michael Mary Nsa

Looking Ahead

As IOOSA continues to grow, this induction serves as a reminder that safety is a shared responsibility. By bringing together the military, regulatory bodies, and the private oil and gas sector, the Academy is building a formidable front against workplace hazards.

We congratulate all our new Doctoral Members and look forward to their continued contributions to the safety industry.