The Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Registration Board of Nigeria (ODORBN) is the body statutorily empowered by an Act of Parliament (cap 09 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004, formerly Decree No. 34 of December, 1989) to regulate the training and practice of the professions of Optometry and dispensing Opticianry In Nigeria. It is therefore the primary duty of the Board to determine the quality of training (in both professions) to guarantee sufficient knowledge and skill for practice.

The Board also ensures that practitioners conduct themselves in a way and manner that would command respect and confidence from members of the public.