By Gabriel Agbeja
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has inaugurated its newly approved Conditions of Service (CoS) to enhance operational effectiveness of workers.
NSIB Director-General, Capt. Alex Badeh, said during the inauguration on Friday in Abuja that the new framework would enhance safety outcomes across Nigeria’s transportation sectors.
According to him the new CoS marks a significant step toward strengthening welfare of staff members, institutional efficiency, and global best practices in accident investigation.
“The document is a collective covenant that goes beyond administrative rules to define the rights, responsibilities, and professional expectations of all personnel within the agency.
“The development comes amid broader reforms under the administration of President Bola Tinubu, whose Renewed Hope Agenda has repositioned the bureau to report directly to the Presidency.
“This restructuring is expected to enhance the agency’s operational independence and reinforce its role as Nigeria’s sole multimodal accident investigation body,” he said.
According to him, the newly approved CoS provides clear frameworks for career progression, including appointments, promotions, and training opportunities.
He said the new CoS would also establish transparent disciplinary procedures and outline comprehensive welfare provisions like, leave entitlements, medical services, allowances, and performance-based rewards.
The NSIB boss said the document balanced employee rights with a strong demand for professionalism, confidentiality, and dedication qualities considered critical in safety investigation work.
“The Conditions of Service guarantees that diligence, integrity, and commitment will be recognised and rewarded.
“It aims to foster a unified and highly disciplined workforce capable of meeting international standards.
“I call on the staff members and union leaders to study and internalise the provisions of the CoS, which takes immediate effect, as part of efforts to build a more motivated and efficient institution,” he said. (NAN)(www nanews.ng)
Edited by Rotimi Ijikanmi
