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Daniel Adaji
The Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria (CORBON) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its collaboration with Bingham University in the area of construction standards, safety, and sustainability.
The Chairman of CORBON, Dr. Samson Opaluwah disclosed this to Pointblank News on Friday.
He noted that the commitment was made during a recent courtesy call by the Chairman and Registrar of CORBON on the Vice-Chancellor of Bingham University, Prof. Haruna Ayuba.
The visit follows an earlier one by the Vice-Chancellor and his management team to the Council’s office last year.
Ayuba welcomed the CORBON delegation warmly, acknowledging their sustained partnership with the university.
“There have been ongoing discussions with the Council regarding old and current projects within the university, particularly for conducting integrity tests to ensure that buildings stand the test of time,” he said.
He further emphasized that “the Council can also advise the university on related matters.”
In his remarks, the Chairman of CORBON, expressed appreciation for the Vice-Chancellor’s earlier visit and explained that their visit to the university was a working one.
“CORBON is the regulatory body responsible for setting standards, ensuring compliance, and promoting excellence in the building profession,” he stated.
“Through registration, capacity development, and the enforcement of ethical practices, CORBON enhances the quality, safety, and sustainability of construction projects across Nigeria,” Opaluwah added.
Opaluwah also expressed confidence in the potential of the collaboration.
“I believe the partnership with the university will be productive, as envisioned by the founding fathers of the institution,” he said.
He went on to commend the university’s growth over the years and congratulated Ayuba on his appointment as Vice-Chancellor.
The visit concluded with a tour of some ongoing construction projects on campus, as both parties explored ways to deepen their collaboration in advancing best practices in the built environment.
Also present during the visit were the University Registrar, Mr. Daburi Bello Misal; the University Librarian, Assoc. Prof. Joshua Sani Magoi; the Director of Works, Arch. Dogara Olusola Ayenajeh; and the Director of Public Affairs, Ms. Monica Ankeli, among others.