The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) has initiated comprehensive reforms to elevate the status of Nigerian engineering qualifications on an international scale. This move comes after the council approved applications to key international accreditation frameworks during its 188th Ordinary Council Meeting. The aim is to enhance professionalism in engineering practices, thereby improving public safety and accountability throughout the sector. Prof. Okorie Uche, the Registrar and Chief Executive of COREN, emphasized that these changes are vital for aligning Nigeria’s engineering regulatory practices with global standards.

The resolutions made during the meeting reflect a strategic shift in COREN's focus, moving from a primarily domestic regulatory approach to one that emphasizes international acceptance and professional mobility. The council's landmark international engagement strategy intends to foster acceptance of Nigerian engineering credentials worldwide, which is expected to facilitate the movement of Nigerian engineers across borders. This embraces a more integrated engineering community, potentially benefiting the Nigerian economy by improving the employment prospects for qualified engineers.

Moreover, COREN has indicated that these reforms include the implementation of tougher sanctions for engineering failures, which are aimed at discouraging negligence and bolstering the integrity of the engineering profession in the country. As Nigeria seeks to improve its engineering sector's global competitiveness, these initiatives are not only significant for engineers but also for the overall safety and quality of engineering projects within and outside Nigeria. This progressive stance by COREN could lead to enhanced confidence in Nigerian engineers and their work, aligning with global expectations and standards in engineering excellence.