Standards Are Critical For Industrialisation, Says SON DG

By Oluwakemi Kindness

The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has called on all stakeholders to prioritise the implementation of standards in their respective fields for National Development.

This is according to the Director-General of SON, Dr. Ifeanyi Okeke, who stated this during a walk by the SON to commemorate the 2024 World Standards Day in Abuja on Saturday.

He stressed that standards are the bedrock for industrialisation.

“Standardisation is not merely a technical necessity, it is the key to unlocking economic potentials.

“We are creating awareness on the importance of standardisation in the global economy and for industrialisation.

“We want the world to know that standard is very important. It is the bed rock of what we do because all we do takes its root from standardisation,” he said.

Dr. Okeke reiterated the ongoing efforts of the National Technical Committee members, industry practitioners, and regulators in shaping effective standards across Nigeria and beyond.

On the theme of the 2024 celebration, “Shared Vision for a Better World”, the SON D.G said it specifically addresses Sustainable Development Goals – 9 (SDGs-9), which focuses on industry, innovation, and infrastructure.

He added that it restates the need to tackle global challenges such as poverty, education, and the absence of peace.

The walk by the SON was aimed at raising awareness about the impact of standards on industrialisation and economic growth.

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