Engr. Margaret Aina Oguntala is the 34th President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers. She is a multi-talented woman who, in recognition of her impressive skills and accomplishments, has been aptly described as a distinguished woman of "substantial substance," by a renowned Lawyer and Elder Statesman, Aare Afe Babalola, SAN.

A graduate of Chemical Engineering from the University of Benin in Nigeria, She is a Fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineers, (NSChE), Nigerian Institution of Environment Engineers (NIEE) and Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers (NiSafetyE).  She has dedicated herself to embodying traits such as diligence, teamwork, excellence, and vision.

Engr. Oguntala is the MD/CEO of Bamsat Nigeria Limited, a firm specialized in environmental consultancy, oil and gas services, fire and safety. She is also the Group Executive Director, Kenol Nigeria Limited.

Margaret's service has been exemplary throughout her over 29-year membership with the Nigerian Society of Engineers as she rose through the ranks. Engr. Margaret Oguntala is an unparalleled leader who has made groundbreaking contributions to engineering and has been rightfully acknowledged for her exceptional intellect. She has earned over 57 awards and confidently presented more than 35 papers, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to advancing knowledge in her field.

Margaret's career achievements are impressive, but her influence does not stop there. Her mentorship, leadership skills and compassionate nature have profoundly impacted those she has worked with.

Margaret's crowning achievement came when she assumed the role of the first female president in the 66-year history of the Nigerian Society of  Engineering (NSE) on 1st January 2024. Her transformative journey from a  Prefect of the School to the President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers reflects hard work, resilience, and a commitment to Rebirthing NSE for the Growth, Empowerment, and Advancement of Engineering in Nigeria