Nigerian Optometric Association, Lagos State Chapter

A Body of Licensed Optometrists in Lagos

Optometrists are independent primary eye care providers who examine, diagnose, treat and manage diseases and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures; as well as diagnose related systemic conditions.

The chapter in its sashes, at the August zonal round

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Search the chapter register for a licensed Doctor of Optometry practising near you — 4 zones across Lagos State.

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Founded: 1968Founded, and continuously in practice since
Optometrists in Lagos: 500+Doctors of Optometry practising in Lagos State, represented by the chapter.
Zones: 4Zones — Ikeja, Alimosho, Festac, Island

FeaturedIn 16 days

World Sight Day 2026

Thursday, 8 October 2026

Programme runs 5 – 11 October 2026

Every story counts. Make a pledge, advocate, execute — a week of advocacy, media and outreach across Lagos, ending with a thanksgiving outing.

See the programme

Oct5Mon
Flag off of WSD 2026 and the WSD pledge challenge.
Oct6Tue
Advocacy at all levels, especially state houses of assembly. Secure pledges.
Oct7Wed
Media awareness campaigns — television and radio.
Oct8Thu
Joint programme with the state eye health committee: the walk for sight.
Oct9Fri
Jumat prayer. Advocacy continues.
Oct10Sat
Fundraising activity, and hangouts of the state executive and members.
Oct11Sun
Thanksgiving outing in a church.

A profession, organised

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Affiliate bodies the chapter works through, nationally and internationally.

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 other Optometric interest groups in Nigeria. NOA is an affiliate member of the African Council of Optometry (AFCO) and the World Council of Optometry (WCO). NOA is the umbrella body for all members (Optometrists) and affiliate bodies - Association of Optometrists in Public Health Centres in Nigeria (AOPHCN); The Women Optometrists in Nigeria (WON); The Family of Optometric Mentors (FOM); Guild of Optometric Directors of Nigerian (GOODON). NOA Lagos is a State Chapter comprising of members living/practicing in Lagos State. With over 500 Optometrists practicing in Lagos, NOA Lagos plays a pivotal role in the affairs of Optometry in Nigeria. Presently, the State Chapter has 4 zones - Ikeja Zone, Alimosho Zone, Festac Zone, and Island Zone.

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