The Nigerian Institute of Architects
The Policy Making Body for Architects In Nigeria
Welcome to The Nigerian Institute of Architects
Where We Build Your Visions
The Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) was founded on the 1st of April 1960 as an association of independent professional architects with the aims and objectives of fostering friendship amongst members, cater for their welfare and establish mutual support and cooperation amongst them.
The idea for the formation of an independent professional architect’s organization in Nigeria was first conceived and motivated by three Nigerian architects while still pursuing their training in England in the early fifties.
In 1958, an 8-member study group was formed to carry out the detailed planning for the establishment of the Institute which ultimately culminated in inauguration of the Institute.
From a modest 13 members at inauguration, the Institute has experienced a phenomenal growth in its membership, activities, stature and influence both at national and international levels. Total membership today stands at about 12000 in 5 classes of membership including Fellows, Full members, Associates, Graduates _ Students members spread across 31 Chapters and the Federal Capital Territory.
Arc. S.T. Echono, fnia, pnia
NIA President
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Arc. Moradeke Okunrinboye, fnia
Honorary General Secretary
Our Core Value
We remain true to the same principles on which Nigerian Institute of Architects (N.I.A) was founded since 1960: producing members that create superior designs, shaping our world and, putting safety first, to creating opportunities for our people.
OUR VISION
To attain excellence in the creative management of the physical environment
OUR MISSION
To mobilize informed membership for quality services
Leadership Team
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- Special Edition Rio - PRESS RELEASE12 FEBRUARY 2021 UIA2021RIO: New Hybrid Format Ensures Global Reach & Access This year’s UIA2021RIO World Congress of Architects— the planet’s largest international gathering of architects—will combine virtual sessions with live, on-site events. Given the varied and ever-changing travel restrictions across the world, Congress participants who cannot be in Rio de Janeiro will now be able to …
- Baku International Architecture Prize, 5th Edition - UIA PRIZES 8 FEBRUARY 2021 Heydar Aliyev mosque in Baku, Azerbaijan THE 5TH EDITION OF THE BAKU INTERNATIONAL ARCHITECTURE PRIZE The Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Union of Architects of Azerbaijan (UAA) have launched the fifth edition of the Baku International Architecture Award, an open, biennial award with the support of the UIA. This biennial award, open to …
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- Award 2021 - Dear colleagues! We are proud to announce that on January 29, 2021, the Union of Architects of Azerbaijan launched the Fifth Edition of the Baku International Architecture Award which is supported by the International Union of Architects. As you know, the Award is held every two years by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan and …
- Invitation to the Daylight Talks - PRESS RELEASE3 FEBRUARY 2021 DAYLIGHT TALKS WITH LETH & GORI On 4 February at 16:00 CET, you are cordially invited to attend the first edition of the ‘Daylight Talks’ organised by the VELUX Group in collaboration with individual schools of architecture and endorsed by the UIA and the European Association for Architectural Education (EAAE). The Talks explore the significance of natural …
- UIA Newsletter – 25 January 2021 - The Maine-Montparnasse Tour in Paris, France, Headquarters of the UIA Secretariat PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEThe world’s architects are united in the knowledge that design can help cities and towns to grow responsibly, to become places of great environmental quality and social equity.We know how to build without destroying natural habitat or taking valuable agricultural land. We know …
- Commonwealth Secretary-General’s Innovation for Sustainable Development Awards - Dear Colleagues, I am delighted to forward you the information regarding the launch of the 2021 edition of the Commonwealth Secretary-General’s Innovation for Sustainable Development Awards, which seek to build upon the success of the inaugural Awards in 2019. The Awards aim to recognise, celebrate and support innovations and forward-looking solutions that are helping Commonwealth countries achieve …
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- CAA’s GlobalABC engagement activities -Climate Framework initiative. -
REQUEST FOR YOUR 2021 PROGRAMME OF ACTIVITIES - Dear Chapter/Committee Chair, Above subject refers. We bring you compliments of the season and best wishes for the new year 2021 and trust that you are doing great and staying safe. This notice is requesting you to kindly forward your programme of activities for the year 2021 to the Secretariat for consideration and inclusion of same in the …