# Nigerian building professional standards and safety > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nigerian-building-professional-standards-and-safety > Updated: 2026-10-04T11:41:00.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. Building professionals and regulatory bodies in Nigeria are emphasizing the importance of professional standards and technological integration to address housing deficits and structural safety. In Lagos, the Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB) has advocated for the adoption of digital tools, such as Building Information Modelling and drones, to improve quality management and prevent structural failures. Concurrently, the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has warned against professionals performing duties outside their defined scopes, a move following a fatal building collapse in Satellite Town. In Kogi and Edo states, the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) is focusing on similar themes. The Kogi chapter is addressing housing shortages through discussions on affordable housing and sustainable materials, while the Edo chapter has launched a campaign under the theme ‘Housing is a Right, build it right’ to urge residents to hire qualified professionals to prevent collapses and flooding caused by poor planning. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-04: Nigerian architects address housing deficits and building safety Nigerian Institute of Architects chapters in Kogi and Edo states are promoting affordable housing and professional building standards to combat housing deficits and construction quackery. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigerian-architects-address-housing-deficits-and-building-safety ### 2026-09-27: Lagos building officials urge digital adoption and professional specialization Lagos building authorities and the Nigerian Institute of Building are calling for increased digital technology adoption and stricter adherence to professional roles to prevent building collapses. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lagos-building-officials-urge-digital-adoption-and-professional-specialization --- Cite as: Nigerian building professional standards and safety. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/nigerian-building-professional-standards-and-safety