Department of Industrial Inspectorate

Department of Industrial Inspectorate
(IID)

The Department of Industrial Inspectorate (IID), established under Decree 53 of 1970 (now CAP I8 LFN 2004), is a core department of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI). IID plays a vital role in promoting industrialization in Nigeria by evaluating and certifying capital investments, supporting tax incentives, and ensuring accurate valuation of industrial assets.

Through its work, IID safeguards industrial data, strengthens investor confidence, and drives sustainable industrial growth, thereby contributing to job creation, wealth generation, and economic competitiveness.

Mission & Vision

Vision Statement

To be a responsible government agency committed to delivering efficient and transparent services to Nigeria’s industrial sector.

Mission Statement

To conduct fair and objective investigations into companies’ capital investments, ensuring accurate valuation for tax reliefs and industrial growth.

Divisions

Engineering Division
Services Division
Agro Division
Chemical Division
Industrial Technical Services Division
Abuja Zonal Office

Zonal Offices

Lagos
Benin
Enugu
Port Harcourt
Jos
Kano
Kaduna
Ibadan

Mandates & Core Functions

IID’s mandate is anchored on the Industrial Inspectorate Act (CAP I8 LFN 2004) and the Economic Development Tax Incentive (EDI) under the Nigeria Tax Act, 2025. Its core functions include:

Capital Investment Evaluation

Inspecting proposed, new, and existing industrial projects to certify actual capital expenditure (local or foreign).

Data & Industrial Records

Maintaining detailed national records on industrial plants, machinery, equipment, and economic trends to support policy planning.

Technical Assistance

Supporting government agencies and regulators such as CBN and NIPC through project valuation, post-landing investigations, and certification services

Certification Services

Issuing key regulatory certificates that drive industrialization and investment in Nigeria.

IID Processing Requirement

Certificate of Acceptance

Validates the actual amount expended on industrial undertakings. Benefits include stimulating industrial growth, accurate financial planning, confirming asset ownership, preventing overpricing, and aiding economic forecasting.

Production Day Certificate

Issued under the EDI framework, this certificate determines when companies with Pioneer Status are eligible to begin enjoying tax relief. It boosts foreign direct investment (FDI), supports job creation, encourages local content, and promotes technology transfer.

Post-Landing Investigation

Conducted in line with CBN guidelines to verify the foreign exchange component of imported plants, machinery, and equipment.

Certificate of Value

Confirms the actual value of machinery and equipment brought in as foreign equity contribution, preventing illegal fund repatriation and ensuring compliance with tax and financial regulations.

Why IID Matters

By certifying investments, issuing acceptance and valuation certificates, and partnering with key institutions, IID strengthens Nigeria’s industrial base, supports policy planning, and attracts both local and international investors. Its services ensure that Made-in-Nigeria industries remain transparent, competitive, and globally aligned.

For inquiries or to begin your certification process, please contact the Industrial Inspectorate Department (IID) at the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment.