The Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB) has called for strict enforcement of building control laws to prevent structural collapses nationwide.
Lagos Chapter Chairman, Mr. Thomas Adeoye, made this call during the 2025 Builders’ Week/Walk held at Ejigbo Local Council Development Area, Lagos.
The event, themed “Builders’ Role in Effective Building Control and Regulatory Compliance for Sustainable Construction,” attracted several key stakeholders in the industry.
Ejigbo LCDA Chairman, Monsurudeen Oloyede Bello, represented by Mr. Bankole Haroun, attended alongside NIOB Lagos officials, including Akingbade Israel and Mr. Sunday Wusu.
Ensuring Professionalism to Prevent Structural Failures
Adeoye emphasized that enforcing building laws strictly will eliminate quackery and substandard construction practices that threaten safety and sustainability.
He noted that the yearly event reaffirms NIOB’s commitment to professionalism, sustainability, and safety within the Nigerian construction industry.
Adeoye stressed that engaging professional builders remains crucial to tackling regulatory non-compliance, substandard construction, and frequent building collapses.
“A structure’s strength depends entirely on the expertise of professionals handling its construction from beginning to completion.”
He explained that builders must comply with the National Building Code and state-specific regulations to prevent structural failures.
Unfortunately, many structures collapse because unqualified individuals handle critical construction projects without adhering to safety measures.
NIOB’s Commitment to Safety and Compliance
Adeoye reaffirmed NIOB’s dedication to ethical practices, regulatory compliance, and competency in partnership with key government agencies.
The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA), Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), and other regulators must enforce strict compliance.
He emphasized the mandatory engagement of professional builders in all construction activities, ensuring quality control in building projects.
Furthermore, he called for increased public awareness, professional development, and certification to enhance capacity within the construction industry.
“Hiring unqualified builders is a dangerous risk. Certified professionals remain an essential necessity, not a mere luxury.”
Adeoye urged homeowners to verify builders’ qualifications, ensuring structural safety, compliance, and long-term durability.
Builders’ Week and Promoting Professional Standards
NIOB Secretary, Mr. Gbaja-Biamila Mubarak, noted that Builders’ Week honors victims of building collapses and promotes construction professionalism.
He emphasized that certified builders guarantee quality, ensuring successful, well-structured buildings resistant to avoidable structural failures.
Similarly, LCDA representative, Mr. Bankole Haroun, reaffirmed the council’s commitment to infrastructure development and regulatory compliance.
