As u graduate, go and develop yourself further so as to have an edge, else. . .u wld join the long queue and wait for years.
1. As a Chem Engr, go and get acquainted with Autocad, HYSYS, etc. U could also get acquainted with Primavera, PDMS etc
2. Go and get ur certifications in safety (NISP), Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM), etc
3. Read alot of GMAT, current affairs and other stuff
4. Read ur school books (dont ever think that reading ends with graduation)
5. Know as many people as possible and dont ever assume any 'connection' to be useless
6. Stay glued to NAIJAHOTJOBS.com
7. etc