Surveying Regulated by Federal Laws, SURCON President Slarifies

The President of the Surveyors Council of Nigeria (SURCON), Moshood Akinwande, has clarified that the regulation of the surveying profession in Nigeria is governed by federal legislation. He affirmed that SURCON is the statutory body responsible for registering surveyors and overseeing the practice of surveying across the Federation.

During a two-day official visit to Ogun State, Akinwande emphasized that the regulation of the surveying profession falls under the legislative powers of the Federal Government, as mandated by an Act of the National Assembly.

He stressed that SURCON possesses the authority to register qualified surveyors, regulate professional practices nationwide, and enforce disciplinary action against practitioners who violate established standards. Akinwande further clarified that the Council’s regulatory jurisdiction extends to all branches and ramifications of the surveying profession, across the 36 states of Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

The Council's mandate, according to Akinwande, is to ensure professional competence, ethical conduct, and compliance with federal legislation and professional standards throughout Nigeria. He advised the public, especially those involved in land purchases, property development, and related transactions, to seek services from registered surveyors.