Announcements

The Announcements section of IJNIA: International Journal of the Nigerian Institute of Architects shares key updates on newly published issues and articles, highlights selected papers, and features news about the published work of the Editors and Editorial Advisory Board. It also draws attention to recent publications and developments of interest to architecture and built environment research communities, keeping readers informed and engaged with the evolving work and people shaping IJNIA.

  • Announcement: Publication of Volume 1, Issue 1 (2026)

    2026-07-30

    The Editorial Board of the International Journal of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (IJNIA) is pleased to announce the publication of Volume 1, Issue 1 (2026), marking the inaugural issue of the journal. This first issue presents a collection of high-quality, peer-reviewed research that addresses contemporary challenges and emerging opportunities in architecture and the built environment. The published articles explore topics including sustainable building practices, digital technologies, urban development, housing, and innovative approaches to architectural research and practice.

    The publication of this inaugural issue represents an important milestone in IJNIA's mission to provide an international platform for the dissemination of original research, foster collaboration between academia and professional practice, and contribute to the advancement of architectural knowledge and sustainable development.

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  • Resilient Urbanism: Reimagining Cities for a Sustainable Future

    2026-05-22

    The International Journal of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (IJNIA) invites researchers, academics, professionals, policymakers, and built environment practitioners to submit original scholarly papers for its June 2026 Special Issue themed: “Resilient Urbanism: Reimagining Cities for a Sustainable Future” This special issue seeks to advance critical discussions and innovative solutions addressing the growing challenges facing contemporary cities, including rapid urbanisation, climate change, housing deficits, mobility concerns, infrastructural resilience, and inclusive development. The journal welcomes interdisciplinary contributions that explore sustainable urban futures through research, policy, design, technology, and practice.

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  • Launch of the International Journal of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (IJNIA)

    2026-05-22

    We are pleased to announce the launch of the International Journal of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (IJNIA), a new international, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing architectural knowledge, professional practice, and interdisciplinary research across the built environment. Guided by the theme "Bridging Practice, Research, and Global Architectural Thought," IJNIA provides a platform for scholarship that integrates theory, practice, innovation, and policy, addressing critical challenges such as sustainable development, technological transformation, resilient urbanism, and socially responsive architecture. The journal welcomes contributions from diverse geographical, institutional, and disciplinary contexts, with particular emphasis on scholarship from Nigeria, Africa, and the wider international community.

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