Section 2: Objectives of the Institute

The objects of the Institute shall be to-(a) promote the study and use of Nigerian languages;
(b) explore all relevant and available avenues, potential and resources to make the Institute-
(i) an active teaching and learning centre for the study of Nigerian languages;
(ii) a resource centre for specialised professional services to the public and private sectors of the Nigerian economy;
(iii) a Nigerian centre for research into Nigerian languages.