The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Engr. Prof. Okorie Austine Uche, FNSE, FNICE, KJW as its new Registrar. His appointment, effective from March 2025, was approved by Council at its 183rd Ordinary Council Meeting held on 15th January, 2025. He takes over from Engr. Adisa Bello, FNSE, FAEng, whose tenure has come to a successful conclusion.
Until his new appointment, Engr. Prof. O.A.U. Uche, a distinguished engineer and academic,served as a Professor of Civil/Structural Engineering at Bayero University, Kano. With an illustrious career spanning over three decades, Prof. Uche has made significant contributions to engineering education, research, and administration in Nigeria.
Born on August 1, 1965, in Amuda-Isuochi, Umunneochi Local Government Area of Abia State, Prof.Uche’s academic journey began at Development Primary School, Owerri, and continued through Isuochi Secondary School and Emmanuel College, Owerri. His higher education achievements include:HND Distinction in Agricultural Engineering from the Federal Polytechnic, Nekede (1988), where he was a valedictorian, B.Eng. in Civil Engineering from Bayero University, Kano (1994), graduating as the best student; M.Sc. in Civil Engineering from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (2000) and a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (2008).
Prof. Uche’s vast experience in engineering spans academia, research, and professional practice. Since joining Bayero University in 2001, he has played a pivotal role in training and mentoring over 1,000 undergraduate and 300 postgraduate students, significantly shaping the future of engineering in Nigeria. His scholarly contributions include over 90 publications in reputable journals and conferences.
He is also a Fellow of the Nigerian Institution of Civil Engineers (FNICE), a COREN-registered engineer, a member of the American Concrete Institute (ACI), and a member of the Materials Society of Nigeria, among other associations. Prof. Uche has served the profession in various capacities, including as Chairman of NSE Kano and Kabuga Branches. He has also been an active contributor to COREN Council committees since 2014.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Prof. Uche is deeply committed to his faith and community, serving as a Diocesan Technical Adviser and Lay President of Methodist Church Nigeria, Kano Diocese. He is a Worthy Knight of John Wesley (KJW).
Prof. Uche is happily married to Lady Ngozi Uche, and they are blessed with four children.
Following the appointment of the new Registrar, Engr. Prof Okorie Austine Uche, the Leadership of COREN in its usual manner, organised an Orientation Workshop of the incoming and outgoing Registrars, members of COREN Management and Regional Officers, to ensure a seamless transition of power and familiarize the new Registrar with the Vision and Roadmap of the Council.
COREN is confident that Engr. Prof. O.A.U. Uche will bring his wealth of knowledge, experience, and leadership to the role of Registrar. His appointment reaffirms COREN’s commitment to excellence in engineering regulation and professional development in Nigeria.
Signed,
OjonugwaHaruna (Mrs)
Head, Corporate Advancement and Public Relations
