Protocols

• The Executive Governor of Lagos, His Excellency, Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu
• The Honourable Commissioner, Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources
• The Honourable Commissioner, Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources
• The Honourable Commissioner, Lagos State Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation
• All Honourable Commissioners Present
• The Vice-Chancellor, University of Lagos, Professor Folasade Ogunsola, OON, FAS
• The Chairman of the Occasion
• The Keynote Speaker, Engr. Gbenga Olu Komolafe; The CCE, NUPRC
• The Lead Speaker 1: Hon. Saidu Uba Malami: The President, Geological Society of Nigeria
• The Lead Speaker 2: Professor Elijah Adewale Ayolabi: The Vice-Chancellor Mountain Top University
• The Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academics, University of Lagos
• The Deputy Vice-Chancellor Administration, University of Lagos
• The Dean, Postgraduate School, University of Lagos
• The Dean, Faculty of Science, University of Lagos
• All Deans of Faculties Present
• All Directors Present
• All Heads of Departments, Present
• The Chairman, Conference Planning Committee: Professor Alile Owens Monday
• The Chairman, Local Organising Committee: Professor Adeoti Lukumon
• Stakeholders and Executive Members of SGCG
• Our Young Professionals and Students
• Members of the Press
• Ladies and Gentlemen

I give all glory to God Almighty, as I count it a great privilege, to welcome you all to the Occasion of the 2nd Annual International Conference and Exhibition by the Society of Geophysicists and Computational Geoscientists (SGCG), tagged Geo-Spectrum 2025, and with the theme "Advancing Geophysics and Computational Geosciences for a Sustainable Future".

One way to foster professional networking, collaboration and share knowledge and ideas for national progress and development is by convening experts and professionals during a conference.

About SGCG

Geophysics plays a major role in harnessing natural resources from the subsurface. From the surface of the earth, we can see what is on the subsurface of the earth and this is very key in the success of exploration.

Society of Geophysicists and Computational Geoscientists (SGCG) is a professional society comprising geophysicists, computational geoscientists, and interdisciplinary researchers who are committed to advancing geophysical exploration, environmental sustainability, and computational modelling. We are entwined practitioners of Geophysics, Physics, Geology, Computer Science, Geospatial Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, Statistics, Geoinformatics, etc, proffering innovative solutions to global problems.

Core Disciplines

1. Core Disciplines of Geophysics

• Exploration Geophysics
• Global Seismology
• Geodynamics
• Environmental & Engineering Geophysics
• Forensic and Agricultural Geophysics

2. Computational Geosciences

• Numerical Modelling
• AI & Machine Learning
• High Performance Computing (HPC)
• Geostatistics
• Remote Sensing & GIS

3. Interdisciplinary Areas

• Climate & Environmental Science
• Energy Transition
• Space and Climatic Science

4. Professional Development & Collaboration

• Industry & Academia
• Education & Training
• Open-source
• Mentorship

Core Values

• Scientific Excellence — Commitment to rigorous research, innovation, and the highest standards in geophysical and computational geosciences.
• Integrity & Ethics — Upholding transparency, honesty, and ethical practices in all scientific and professional endeavors.
• Collaboration & Inclusivity — Fostering interdisciplinary partnerships and ensuring diverse representation across academia, industry, and policy.
• Sustainability — Promoting environmentally responsible geophysical practices for the long-term benefit of society and the planet.
• Innovation & Technology — Embracing cutting-edge computational tools, AI, and data-driven approaches to solve complex geoscientific challenges.
• Education & Mentorship — Inspiring and equipping the next generation of geoscientists through training, mentorship, and knowledge sharing.
• Global Impact — Contributing to national development and global geoscience leadership, with a focus on Africa's unique geological opportunities.

Vision

"To be a reputable geophysical society that supports Nigeria and the global community with state-of-the-art geophysical and computational innovations and applications arising from the continent of Africa."

Mission

"To advance sustainable development through geo-resources exploration, support and inspire the global community in advancing geophysical and robotics/computational innovations as critical elements of wealth creation in a digital economic world."

Societal Engagements

We intend to have presence and impacts all over Nigeria, West Africa and beyond; guiding our young, aspiring professionals in schools; organizing state-of-the-art international conferences and exhibitions; publishing reputable research outcomes via our journal types and domains for dissemination of the acquired knowledge and technology.

We are also working on establishing the SGCG Foundation, a charitable arm dedicated to supporting scholars and students from diverse backgrounds, enabling them to seek and maintain careers in the geophysical sciences and allied disciplines. We seek to mentor students in tertiary institutions and offer scholarships where necessary.

We seek to enhance support for the geophysical community, support for science and technological innovations and expect more resources to be discovered in the Nigerian reserves, and globally, including oil and gas, solid minerals, sustainable energy resources, etc, which will help in diversifying the economy and guaranteeing a robust economy.

I therefore invite you all as individuals, corporate bodies, government agencies, etc, to join us in this effort to make the profession a worthwhile adventure for everyone and to make the world a global haven of prosperity and abundance.