NNRA ATTENDS EXIT BRIEFING OF IAEA EXPERTS

NNRA ATTENDS EXIT BRIEFING OF IAEA EXPERTS

The NNRA participated in the exit briefing of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) experts held at the Nigerian Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC) Headquarters, Abuja, on 24th October 2025. The meeting marked the conclusion of the IAEA mission to assess ongoing projects and strengthen technical cooperation with Nigeria.

Representing the DG/CEO, the General Manager, Radiological Safety, Mr. Farouq Ingawa, appreciated the experts for their commitment and commended the IAEA’s continued support to Nigeria through both NNRA and NAEC.

The IAEA team, led by Mr. Gashaw Gbebeyehu Wolde, lauded Nigeria’s strong regulatory framework and called for greater collaboration, especially in the health sector. The Acting Chairman of NAEC, Dr Anthony Ekedegwa , reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to sustaining cooperation with the IAEA for improved nuclear safety and development.