Smartcomply Academy earns Nigeria's first ISO 17024:2026 accreditation
Smartcomply Academy has become Nigeria's first ISO 17024:2026-accredited certification body.
In Brief
- •Smartcomply Academy has become Nigeria's first ISO 17024:2026-accredited certification body.
- •The accreditation covers 27 certification designations across 10 scheme families, including information security, business continuity, and cybersecurity.
- •The accreditation is valid from September 7, 2026, to September 6, 2030.
Why It Matters
The accreditation of Smartcomply Academy under ISO 17024:2026 sets a new benchmark for professional certification in Nigeria. It addresses the growing demand for independently assessed competence in emerging fields like cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data protection. This development is expected to enhance the credibility of professional credentials and create greater confidence in African professional credentials.
Key Details
- Accreditation Reference
- PC0001A
- Accreditation Validity
- September 7, 2026 - September 6, 2030
- Number of Certification Designations
- 27
- Scheme Families
- 10
Context & Background
The ISO/IEC 17024 standard provides a framework for personnel certification bodies to demonstrate their competence, impartiality, and controls in assessing and certifying individuals against defined requirements.
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