Mudiame International Limited has announced a strategic partnership with leading American and German Exzellenz Bewertungs Systeme (EBS) to provide internationally recognised certification services in Nigeria and across Africa.
The initiative, spearheaded by Mudiame’s Managing Director, Prof. Sunny Eromosele, who is also the Chancellor of Mudiame University, aimed to enhance quality assurance, environmental compliance, workplace safety, cybersecurity, and food safety standards across key industries.
The collaboration will facilitate certification in ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems), ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management Systems), ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems), ISO 27001:2022 (Information Security Management Systems), and ISO 22000:2018 (Food Safety Management Systems).
Speaking on the significance of the agreement, Professor Eromosele highlighted its transformative impact on Nigeria’s economy, governance, and business environment.
“Many of our products are not competitive internationally because we lack the necessary certification and adherence to global standards. By implementing these standards, the government can boost economic growth, improve transparency, and attract investors,” he said.
He noted that environmental mismanagement remains a critical challenge in Nigeria, with poor waste disposal and infrastructure maintenance. Adopting ISO 14001 standards, he explained, would promote sustainability, reduce operational costs, and enhance Nigeria’s tourism potential.
Eromosele stressed that international investors are often deterred by Nigeria’s weak regulatory frameworks. “Many investors hesitate to do business here because our systems do not meet international best practices. By enforcing certification across key sectors, we can build trust, enhance productivity, and integrate better into the global economy,” he said.
He cited ISO 45001:2018, which focuses on workplace safety, as a critical tool in preventing industrial accidents, frequent market fires, and gas explosions. Standardisation in construction and infrastructure, he added, would curb the recurrent problem of roads and buildings deteriorating shortly after completion.
The partnership also addresses Nigeria’s food safety concerns, which have historically hindered local producers from entering global markets. “NAFDAC enforces regulations, but many producers lack the guidance needed to meet export requirements. With proper certification, we can open new market opportunities for Nigerian goods,” he explained.
Furthermore, ISO 27001:2022 certification will help strengthen cybersecurity across government institutions and businesses, ensuring better data protection and national security.
Eromosele emphasised that proper certification will reduce economic and environmental losses while fostering intra-African trade. He cited Rwanda’s success in using stringent environmental and infrastructure policies to attract investment and tourism, a model that Nigeria could replicate with proper certification frameworks.
“If Nigerian products meet internationally recognised standards, they can be sold in other African markets without trade barriers,” he noted.
He called on the Nigerian government to lead the push for certification, ensuring all industries adhere to global best practices.
“With a well-structured system in place, Nigeria and other African nations can improve economic stability, enhance productivity, and secure long-term sustainability,” he concluded.
