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The Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) has been known to be a professional body for architects mainly in Nigeria.

HISTORY

The idea for the formation of an independent profession architects organization in Nigeria was first conceived and motivated by three architects. In 1958, an 8member study group was formed to carry out detailed planning for the establishment of the institute which ultimately culminated in inauguration of the institute. On the 1st of April 1960, the Nigeria Institute of Architecture (NIA) was found.

STRUCTURES

The NIA has approximately 6000 full members, associates, graduate and student members in 32 states chapters in Nigeria. It is a member organisation of professional Architects, with the motive of promoting the practice of the Profession of Architecture in Nigeria.

It is a member of the International Union of Architects and a founding member of both the CommonWealth Association of Architects and the Africa Union Architects. It is a non-governmental organisation, but performs some statutory functions on behalf of the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria, and co-operates with governmental and non-governmental agencies and institutions.

The NIA conducts examinations with the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria, and may be called to arbitrate in cases of dispute on liability.