Metallurgical Inspectorate

The Metallurgical Inspectorate & Environmental Protection Department is a specialized arm of the Ministry of Steel Development, responsible for overseeing and regulating the steel and other metals sector in Nigeria. The Department ensures that all metallurgical activities comply with national and international standards for quality, safety, and environmental sustainability.

Our mandate extends across a broad spectrum of activities, from issuing operational licenses and entry permits to conducting rigorous inspections of steel and metal operations. The Department also plays a critical role in enforcing environmental protection measures, ensuring that industrial processes minimize their ecological footprint while maintaining safe and technically sound practices. At the heart of our operations is the protection of public safety and the environment. We work to prevent environmental degradation by ensuring compliance with environmental laws and coordinating Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) across the sector. Furthermore, we are committed to enforcing Nigerian Metals Standards/Codes, providing guidance to industry operators, and advocating for the use of local metals in government projects. Through continuous monitoring, collaboration with relevant agencies, and capacity development initiatives, the Metallurgical Inspectorate & amp; Environmental Protection Department supports the growth of Nigeria’s metallurgical industries, aligning them with global best practices. We aim to foster a metal industry that is not only efficient and competitive but also sustainable and environmentally conscious. With a vision to position Nigeria as a leader in the global metallurgical industry, the Department is committed to developing policies, standards, and practices that promote industrial growth while safeguarding both human and environmental health.