
Developing Doctors of Optometry For Over 50 Years
The Nigerian Optometric Association (NOA), founded in 1968, is the prime umbrella association representing over 4000 doctors of Optometry across the 36 States of Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, as well as all other Optometric interest groups in Nigeria. An affiliate member of the African Council of Optometry (AFCO) and the World Council of Optometry (WCO). NOA is the umbrella body for all NOA State Chapters; The Association of Optometric Educators (AOE); The Women Optometrists in Nigeria (WON); & Nigerian Optometric Students Association (NOSA).
As The Nation’s Primary eye care Provider, we are uncovering better ways of developing eye care profession in our communities by doing it and helping others do it.
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Leadership
Empowering students to thrive as Doctors of Optometry.
Milestones
Optometric practice in Nigeria has grown over the course of 50 years
Universities
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Latest News and Updates

New NOA Leadership Pays Familiarization Visit To Chairman National Salaries Income & Wages Commission
On Thursday, 3rd August 2023, the leadership of the Nigerian Optometric Association, led by Dr Anderson Chimeziri paid a courtesy

Nigerian Optometric Association Gets New Leadership
After a keenly contested election, which was part of the activities lined up for the just concluded 46th Annual Nigerian
Optometrists Call for Government Action on Rising Visual Impairment
Optometrists in Nigeria have called on the government at all levels to review its strategy towards combating the rising statistics

An Address Presented by NOA’s president on the occasion of the World Optometry Day
Gentlemen of the Press, It is with great pleasure that I address you on behalf of the National Executive Council

President Calls for Regular Eye Check Up at The Women Optometrists in Nigeria Conference
Dr.Obinna Awiaka, the President of NIgerian Association has called on members of the public to go for regular eye check
NOA Pays A Courtesy Visit To The New Minister Of State For Health, Honourable Barr. Nkama Joseph Ekumankama
On Thursday, 20th October, 2022, the Nigerian Optometric Association led by the President, Dr. Obinna Awiaka paid a courtesy visit