Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Registration Board of Nigeria

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Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Registration Board of Nigeria
AbbreviationODORBN
FormationDecree 34 of 1989 now Cap 09 LFN 2004
Type Regulatory Agency
PurposeTo regulate the practice of Optometry and Dispensing Opticianry in Nigeria
HeadquartersPlot 5070/5071 Unity Estate, Karu Site, Karu, Abuja FCT 900101
Location
Coordinates 9°00′04″N7°34′10″E / 9.0011°N 7.5695°E / 9.0011; 7.5695
Official language
English
Registrar/CEO
Dr. Obinna Edwin Awiaka
Website https://odorbn.gov.ng/

The Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Registration Board of Nigeria (ODORBN) is a government agency responsible for regulating the practice of Optometry and Dispensing Opticianry in Nigeria. It was established by the Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians (Registration, etc.) decree of 1989, now Cap 09 laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004. The Board evaluates training quality to ensure practitioners acquire the necessary knowledge and skills for their practice, while also ensuring that practitioners conduct themselves lawfully and professionally in their daily activities. [1]

Contents

History

The Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Registration Board of Nigeria (ODORBN) was established by Decree 34 of 1989 now Cap 09 laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004, to address the need for a regulatory framework and independence in the field of Optometry and Dispensing Optics in Nigeria. The Board is empowered to set standards, issue licences, and regulate the training and practice of Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians across the country. The Board's mission is to protect the Nigerian public by ensuring that quality eye care is carried out by skilled and competent professionals. [1] [2] [3]

Responsibilities

Governance and Structure

The governing Board of Directors appointed by the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria comprises a Chairman, Optometrists, Dispensing Opticians, Academics, an Ophthalmologist, an Orthoptist, a public interest representative, a representative from the Federal Ministry of Health and a representative from the National Eye Centre. The Board is directly supervised by the Federal Ministry of Health. They oversee the agency's activities and ensure it fulfills its statutory mandates. The Board of Directors appoints a Registrar who serves as the secretary and chief executive officer, managing the day-to-day operations of the Board. [3] [12] [13]

Past Chairmen and Registrars

Chairmen

Registrars

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