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The Standard Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has called on manufacturers to avoid unqualified calibration providers to deliver value to consumers. Speaking at the 2025 World Metrology Day celebration in Lagos, themed “Measurements for all Times, for all People,” SON Director General, Dr. Ifeanyi Chinonso Okeke, stated that the organisation is working to eliminate unqualified operators and uphold trusted calibration services.
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According to Dr. Okeke, “As part of the Federal Government’s efforts to support manufacturers, SON has decentralised calibration services to Lagos, Kano, Abuja, and Port Harcourt.” He also announced the launch of mobile calibration services, saying, “This innovative approach enables remote businesses, the Small and medium enterprises [SMEs] to access calibration services at their doorstep, bridging the gap and fostering economic growth.”
The DG emphasised the importance of metrology in shaping Nigeria’s past, present, and future, adding that “We must walk the talk to give metrology the importance it deserves.” He noted that SON is working towards establishing a standard metrology facility to serve as a bedrock for the nation’s economic development
Dr. Okeke highlighted the benefits of the metrology facility, stating that it would “Save Nigeria’s capital flight, ensure accredited testing and calibration laboratories obtain traceability of measurement locally, saving hard currency paid to foreign NMIs.” He also noted that it would boost the country’s export base, improve citizens’ health, and strengthen the national quality infrastructure.
Representative of the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, emphasised the economic impact of measurement standards, saying, “They enable fair trade by ensuring that what is declared is what is delivered. They protect consumers by verifying that they facilitate international commerce by providing a common language for specifications and requirements.”
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) pledged to collaborate with SON to ensure accurate calibration and standardisation to boost consumers’ confidence in locally manufactured products.
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