Two leading organisations in the construction industry have pledged to work together to raise professional standards and promote sustainable practices in Nigeria’s built environment.
The Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria (CORBON) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), sparking a new chapter of collaboration between Nigeria’s national regulatory body and the global professional institute.
The partnership will improve collaboration and promote sustainable construction practices across Nigeria by combining CORBON’s understanding of the country’s building regulations and development needs with CIOB’s expertise in construction management and leadership.
Chief Executive Officer, CIOB, Caroline Gumble, welcomed the agreement, adding: “This is another international partnership with an organization, which shares many of our goals and can join us in promoting professionalism and supporting knowledgeable and committed built environment professionals.
“The CIOB is a global community of more than 50,000 members and today’s signing only strengthens our network and allows us to support more construction professionals in Nigeria and beyond.”
CORBON plays a pivotal role in licensing and regulating construction professionals in Nigeria, and aims to equip builders with professional knowledge, skills and innovation towards sustainable excellence. Through the new partnership, CORBON will gain access to CIOB’s vast network of knowledge and training resources.
CIOB member from Nigeria, Mr Chukwudi Ononogbu, expressed confidence that the partnership between CIOB and CORBON will open new opportunities for training, mentorship and networking.
He said, “This collaboration represents a significant step for students, new entrants, and mid-career professionals. It offers a global platform to engage with the best in the built environment sector, share knowledge, and raise professional standards across borders. For companies, institutions, and universities, this is a meaningful opportunity to connect through capacity building, research, and a shared vision of what good looks like.”
On his part, the Chairman of CORBON, Dr Samson Opaluwah, said the partnership provides a platform for knowledge exchange and better mutual understanding of both operating climes.
“It also allows registered builders in Nigeria to broaden their horizon of practice and embed global best practices towards further ensuring safe and sustainable development of the built environment in Nigeria,” he added.
SOURCE : GUARDIAN
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