About NIOB
The Professional Body for Builders and those about to be engaged in the Building Profession.
About Us
The Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB) is the professional body for Builders and those who are about to be engaged in the Building Profession.
The Institute has its origin in a similar body called the "Builders' Society" which was formed in 1834 by a number of prominent Builders in London.
On November 5, 1970, the NIOB was officially inaugurated at the University of Lagos, Akoka, Yaba, Lagos, with the incumbent Chairman of IOB Nigeria Centre, Mr. Fatai Isola Osikoya becoming the first President of NIOB.
In 1974, through the relentless effort of NIOB, the Federal Military Government signed into law the Builders' Registration ACT, Decree No 45 of 1989 (then ACT CAP 40) to establish the Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria (CORBON).
The Law gave statutory backing to “Building” as a distinct profession in Nigeria. The Law also recognizes The Nigerian Institute of Building as the only professional body for those engaged or about to be engaged in the building profession.
To enable members deliver, with relevant stakeholders, sustainable shelter that addresses the housing needs of the Nation through research and development and global best practices.
Providing Professional excellence and leadership for sustainable shelter.
Our Core Values
The values that drive us as a professional organization
Members are trained through conferences and seminars with the latest development in the building industry.
We encourage our members to build maintainable, environmentally-friendly and sustainable structures.
NIOB always strives for very professional excellence, encouraging industry best practices and innovations.