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The event, which brought together engineering practitioners, government officials, and industry leaders, underscored COREN’s commitment to upholding higher standards in engineering practices to protect lives and property.

He highlighted the measures COREN has implemented to strengthen its regulatory oversight, including establishing new departments and regional offices to improve grassroots engagement and promote best practices in engineering.

One of the key initiatives introduced is the Engineering Regulation Monitoring Enforcement programme. This programme, supported by a newly inaugurated National Technical Committee, Engineering Intelligence & Surveillance Task Forces, and whistleblower mechanisms, aims to provide comprehensive oversight of engineering projects nationwide.

These bodies are expected to work collaboratively to ensure compliance with engineering standards and to detect and address potential risks before they lead to catastrophic failures.

“COREN is ever ready to enhance its regulation of engineering education, training, and practices in line with global ethics and standards,” Abubakar stated.

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