The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) today, 16 December 2025, hosted a delegation from the African University of Science and Technology (AUST), at the COREN Headquarters in Abuja.
The delegation was led by the Dean of the School of Engineering, Dr. Vitalis Anye, who provided an overview of the university’s background and recent academic developments. He explained that AUST, a Pan-African institution, had operated solely as a postgraduate university for over ten years before expanding into undergraduate programmes, with seven undergraduate programmes currently running.
According to Dr. Anye, the main purpose of the visit was to formally request COREN’s support and guidance towards the adoption and implementation of Outcome-Based Education (O.B.E) for the university’s engineering programmes. He also highlighted ongoing efforts to address issues relating to resource verification and external recognition of the undergraduate programmes.
In response, the Registrar of COREN, Engr. Prof. O.A.U. Uche FNSE, underscored the critical importance of accreditation and proper verification of engineering programmes, particularly as it affects the eligibility of graduates to practise engineering in Nigeria. He stressed that accreditation remains central to quality assurance, professional competence and the integrity of the engineering profession.
Engr. Prof. Uche further advised institutions to expedite their accreditation processes and encouraged AUST to advance its plans ahead of the first quarter of the coming year. He also spoke on broader issues affecting engineering regulation, including funding challenges, and expressed appreciation for the opportunity to engage directly with academic institutions. He noted that sustained government support remains vital to strengthening engineering education and regulation in Nigeria. The engagement provided a platform for constructive dialogue and reaffirmed COREN’s commitment to supporting institutions in meeting required standards and promoting excellence in engineering education and practice.
