ENGINEERS (REGISTRATION, ETC.) ACT
Act · Governance
An Act establishes the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria to regulate the engineering profession and register engineers. It targets professional engineers, engineering firms, universities, and governments engaging in engineering projects. This ensures public safety and maintains high standards in practice.
ENGINEERS (REGISTRATION, ETC.) ACT
What Is This Policy?
An Act establishing the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) as the body responsible for regulating the engineering profession, registering engineers, and setting standards for engineering practice.
Who Does It Target?
Professional engineers in all disciplines Engineering consulting firms Universities and polytechnics offering engineering programmes Federal and state governments engaging engineers for public projects
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Regulate engineering practice to ensure public safety, set minimum competency standards, and ensure only qualified professionals are engaged on engineering projects.
Key Features
COREN Registration: All persons practising engineering in Nigeria must be registered with COREN. Examination System: COREN conducts professional practice examinations for aspiring engineers. Firm Registration: Engineering consulting firms must be registered with COREN. Project Supervision: Engineering projects for government must be supervised by registered engineers.
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: Nationwide engineering practice Beneficiaries: Public safety; engineering profession Funding: Registration fees
How to Access
Hold a recognised engineering qualification (B.Eng/B.Tech) Complete 3 years post-qualification experience Pass COREN professional practice examination Register with COREN and pay annual practising fee Application method: Apply for COREN registration at https://www.coren.gov.ng
Important Terms
Practising engineering without COREN registration is illegal Government contracts must specify COREN-registered engineers in the team COREN may discipline or remove members for professional misconduct
Official Resources
Website: https://www.coren.gov.ng Contact: Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)
Legal Framework
Enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly as the Engineers (Registration, etc.) Act (Cap E11 LFN 2004), establishing the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN). Operates alongside the Urban and Regional Planning Act, the Architects (Registration, etc.) Act, the Building Act, and the Standards Organisation of Nigeria Act. Aligns with the Washington Accord on engineering education and the World Federation of Engineering Organisations (WFEO) standards.