….Says extension reflects confidence in performance and continuity
….Urges Surveyor-General to sustain momentum and deliver lasting institutional transformation.
A foremost civil society organization, African Leadership Strategy and Transparency Development Initiative (ALSTDI) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving a two-year tenure extension for the Surveyor-General of the Federation (SGoF), Surv. Abudulganiyu Adebomehin, describing the move as a strategic and well-deserved decision that underscores the administration’s commitment to performance, innovation, and continuity in public service.
In a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja and signed by its Executive Director, Nelson Ossaieze, the organization lauded the President for recognizing Adebomehin’s achievements, particularly his leadership in advancing geospatial intelligence, digital mapping, and sustainable land administration reforms across Nigeria.
According to ALSTDI, Adebomehin’s tenure has brought renewed dynamism and visibility to the Office of the Surveyor-General of the Federation (OSGoF), repositioning it as a key national institution supporting effective policy planning, infrastructure development, environmental management, and internal security operations.
“Under Surv. Adebomehin, the OSGoF has made significant strides in deploying geospatial technologies to enhance government decision-making and promote data-driven governance. His leadership has bridged the gap between traditional surveying and the modern demands of national development,” the statement said.
The group highlighted several initiatives spearheaded by Adebomehin, including the drone-based topographical mapping project of the Federal Capital Territory, the digital twin model for Abuja, and the strengthening of the National Geospatial Data Infrastructure (NGDI), all of which have improved spatial data accuracy and accessibility for government and private-sector use.
ALSTDI also commended Adebomehin for deepening inter-agency collaboration through partnerships with the military, emergency management agencies, and research institutions, initiatives that have elevated the role of geospatial intelligence in national security, urban planning, and climate resilience.
“These are the kinds of reforms that align with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, where innovation, efficiency, and accountability drive public service delivery,” Ossaieze added.
The organization emphasized that Adebomehin’s renewed tenure offers an opportunity to consolidate the gains recorded so far and to fast-track the completion of major geospatial projects that will further enhance Nigeria’s digital and economic transformation.
“President Tinubu’s decision is both strategic and symbolic, it sends a strong message that excellence and commitment are recognized and rewarded in the Nigerian civil service,” the statement continued. “We therefore urge the Surveyor-General not to rest on his oars, but to use this opportunity to deepen reforms and justify the President’s confidence in his leadership.”
It further, reaffirmed its support for national policies that promote sustainable land use, data transparency, and innovation, noting that Nigeria’s development goals depend largely on how well spatial data and intelligence are integrated into governance.
“Geospatial intelligence remains central to sustainable development, and Surv. Adebomehin has shown capacity and vision in this regard. We are confident that with this extension, OSGoF will reach greater heights and deliver even more impactful results for the nation,” the statement concluded.
