Engineering Stakeholders to Discuss COREN’s Restructuring, Reforms, New Operational Framework
Bennett Oghifo
A Regional Engineering Stakeholders Summit on Restructuring, Reforms, and the New Operational Framework of the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) will be held in Lagos.
According to a statement by the President and Chairman of Council, COREN, Engr. Prof. Sadiq Zubair Abubakar, the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu is expected to be the Special Guest of Honour at this landmark event, which will take place on Tuesday, 18th February 2025, from 9:00 a.m.to 2:00 p.m.at Marriot Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos.
A major highlight of the event will be a keynote address by the Governor, who will deliver strategic insights on the role of
engineering in sustainable infrastructure development and economic growth in Lagos State and Nigeria at large.The Governor’s presence will further underscore the government’s commitment to engineering excellence, innovation, and professional integrity.
As the regulatory authority for engineering education, training and practice in Nigeria,
Abubakar said, “COREN remains committed to strengthening professional standards,
ensuring compliance, and fostering innovation in the sector. “The forthcoming Summit will bring together key stakeholders, policy makers, industry leaders,
academia, and professionals to deliberate on COREN’s recent legislative and operational reforms, which are designed to enhance efficiency,compliance,
and governance in engineering practice nationwide.
“Additionally, COREN will inaugurate the Lagos Regional Steering
Committee (LRSC) during the Summit.”
He said this committee will provide technical and administrative oversight to COREN’s Regional and State Offices, ensuring the effective implementation of key engineering regulatory activities,
including:
● Engineering Regulations Monitoring and Enforcement (ERM&E)
● Engineering Intelligence,Surveillance,and Enforcement (EISE)Task
Force
·Engineering Investigations and Compliance Monitoring
The Summit will also introduce the expansion of COREN regulatory activities to cover at least eleven (11) engineering sectors:
1.Agro-Allied Engineering
2.Aviation & Aerospace Engineering
3.Oil and Gas Engineering
4.Construction & Building Engineering
5.Mining Engineering
6.Maritime Engineering
7.Power Engineering
8.Communication Engineering
9.Manufacturing Engineering
10.Transportation Engineering
11.Bio-Medical Engineering
This restructuring is aimed at improving industry governance, deepening specialization, and enhancing the overall regulatory framework within the engineering sector.
Speaking ahead of the Summit, the President of COREN, Engr. Prof. Sadiq Zubair Abubakar, FNSE, FAEng, emphasized the importance of this forum in aligning engineering practice with global best standards,fostering
collaboration between regulatory bodies and stakeholders, and driving national development through engineering innovation.
“This Summit presents a unique opportunity for engineers, policymakers, and industry leaders to engage in meaningful discussions that will shape the future of engineering practice in Nigeria.The reforms we have initiated will not only improve compliance but also strengthen the regulatory impact of COREN in all
engineering sectors,”the COREN President stated
