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The Nigeria National Accreditation System (NiNAS) is Nigeria’s national accreditation body recognised by the Federal Government through the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) to accredit conformity assessment bodies (CABs) such as laboratories (testing, medical testing and calibration), inspection bodies and certification bodies, in accordance with the relevant ISO (International Organisation for Standardisation) series of standards and guides. NiNAS’ accreditation attests to the technical competence and impartiality of the CABs to provide conformity assessment services.

Accreditation reduces the need for multiple inspection of goods and services supplied by accredited CABs.

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 A Global Milestone for Nigeria

The Nigeria National Accreditation System (NiNAS) is the sole national
accreditation body of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, formally
recognised by the Federal Government and registered with the Corporate
Affairs Commission (CAC). NiNAS is mandated to accredit Conformity
Assessment Bodies (CABs)—including testing, medical testing and
calibration laboratories, inspection bodies, and certification bodies—in
accordance with applicable ISO/IEC standards and international guidelines.

NiNAS accreditation provides authoritative assurance of the technical
competence, impartiality, and consistency of accredited CABs in
the delivery of conformity assessment services. This assurance enhances
regulatory and market confidence and eliminates the need for repetitive testing,
inspection, and certification of goods and services supplied by
accredited organisations.

NiNAS is a signatory to Multilateral Recognition Arrangements (MRAs)
under key international and regional accreditation organisations, including AFRAC, ILAC,
and IAF. Through these MRAs, conformity assessment results
issued by NiNAS-accredited bodies are internationally recognised,
supporting trade facilitation and reducing technical barriers to trade.

As Nigeria’s national accreditation authority,
NiNAS continues to strengthen its international standing and is actively progressing towards
participation within a single global accreditation framework,
reinforcing global confidence in Nigerian-accredited conformity assessment
results and supporting the country’s integration into the global quality
infrastructure

Rewriting the Timeline of Success

While International experts projected a 15-20 year journey to reach this pinnacle of global trust, NiNAS achieved it in just seven years. Announced at the AFRAC General Assembly in September 2025, this rapid ascent stands as a testament to visionary leadership and an unwavering commitment to Nigerian excellence. 

What this means for Nigeria and the World

This achievement effectively dismantles technical barriers to trade. It introduces the revolutionary concept of “Tested Once, Accepted Everywhere.” By eliminating the crushing costs of duplicate testing and certification for international markets, NiNAS has unlocked a gateway for Nigerian goods and services to flow seamlessly across borders. We are not just participating in global trade; we are redefining it by enhancing Nigeria’s competitiveness and injecting newfound trust into every product and service that carries the NiNAS seal. 

 

Vision

To be a globally trusted  accreditation body, harnessing technology and integrity to uphold excellence while strengthening Quality Infrastructure across Nigeria.

Mission

To provide credible, transparent and impartial Accreditation services by leveraging technology-driven system and client-focused approaches that strengthens Nigeria Quality Infrastructure across all sectors, foster global recognition through partnership and best practices and to enhance national development and international trade.

Core Values

VALUE
INTEGRITY
IMPARTIALITY
CLIENT-FOCUS
INNOVATION
EXCELLENCE
COMPETENCE
ACCOUNTABILITY
PARTNERSHIP

Our Mandates

 

NiNAS is a not-for-profit organisation registered in 2015 by the Corporate Affairs Commission under Part C (Incorporated Trustees) of the Companies and Allied Matters Act, 1990 (CAP C20, LFN 2004).

In November, 2019 the organisation was re-incorporated as a Company limited by Guarantees with the following mandates:

  • To act as the sole national accreditation body charged with accreditation of conformity assessment activities.
  • To accredit, designate, promote, and support conformity assessment bodies in accordance with international standards.
  • To formulate, enforce, regulate and review the criteria or requirements for the accreditation of conformity assessment bodies in line with national and international requirements.
  • To open and maintain record of all accredited conformity assessment bodies.
  • To publish all conformity assessment bodies that have been accredited online.
  • To promote the use of accreditation marks and certificates issued to accredited conformity assessment bodies.
  • To promote competence and equivalence of accredited bodies.
  • To establish and nurture relations and co-operation with regional an international accreditation bodies, persons, associations and
  • organizations that NINAS may consider desirable or appropriate, in furtherance of the objectives and purposes for which NINAS is established.
  • To promote accreditation as a means of facilitating regional and international trade and enhancing economic performance and transformation.
  • To participate in the formulation of regional and international guidelines and standards to facilitate the accreditation process.
  • To raise awareness on the importance and purpose of accreditation.
  • To promote NINAS as the sole National Accreditation Body in the scope of accreditation.
  • To produce and issue identification number and certificate to all accredited conformity assessment bodies.
  • To do all such other things as may be considered incidental or conducive to the attainment of the above objects or any of them.
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Our Core Values

 

Impartiality

Excellence

Confidentiality

Customer Focus

Innovation

Competence

Integrity

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