In a decisive move to address Nigeria's chronic infrastructure failures, President Bola Tinubu has ordered the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) to enhance engineering regulations and impose stricter sanctions. This directive, issued on July 14, 2026, comes in response to a series of catastrophic incidents that have raised concerns over public safety and the effectiveness of existing oversight mechanisms.
The Nigerian infrastructure landscape has long suffered from inadequate regulation and enforcement, leading to tragic outcomes and eroded public trust. By demanding tougher regulations, Tinubu aims to ensure that engineering practices meet the highest standards. COREN’s role in this initiative is critical, as it will be tasked with closely monitoring compliance and enforcing penalties on non-compliant firms. Engineer Olufemi Adeyemi, COREN’s President, noted, “Our commitment to safeguarding lives through engineering excellence must be unwavering.”
Looking forward, the success of these measures hinges on effective implementation and a cultural shift among stakeholders in the engineering sector. As Nigeria strives for sustainable development, these actions could be pivotal in restoring confidence in public infrastructure and ultimately enhancing the nation’s economic prospects.
