Abstract
This paper reviews the nature of Chemical Engineering, as well as its foundations and practice in Nigeria. It then examines the needs of contemporary society and economy and explores the role and relevance of Chemical Engineering in meeting the needs of the emerging society and economy. Subsequently, the peculiarities of future societal and economic challenges Nigeria will be faced with are highlighted. The question of training of Chemical Engineers to meet these future challenges in Nigeria then comes under focus. Suggestions are made for improved Chemical Engineering curriculum in the nation’s universities which will enable the production of Nigerian Chemical Engineers who are well equipped to meet the needs of the future. Keywords: chemical engineering education; Nigeria developmental needs; curriculum.
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