The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), in collaboration with the Cranfield University, Buckinghamshire New University in the United Kingdom, as well as specialists from the Nigeriaian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT) and other organisations, has wrapped up a multimodal transport accident investigation training for participants from the Nigerian Army, Navy, Air Force, alongside the bureau’s staff.
The spokesperson for the NSIB, Mrs Bimbo Oladeji, disclosed this in a statement.
She said the programme is a reflection of the NSIB’s dedication to enhancing transportation safety across sectors.
She added that the training was designed to equip both NSIB personnel and military investigators with advanced skills and global best practices to enhance transport investigation in Nigeria.
Speaking during the programme, the director general of the bureau, Capt Alex Badeh Jr said the training “marks a significant milestone for NSIB in its mission to deliver world-class transportation investigations and provide preventive measures. It enhances the Bureau’s ability to manage complex investigations, improve safety standards, and reduce future incidents.”
He also stated that the integration of military personnel alongside NSIB’s junior and senior investigators “fosters a multidisciplinary approach, ensuring comprehensive knowledge transfer and cross-sectoral cooperation, essential for ensuring transportation safety in Nigeria’s rapidly expanding economy.”
“The goal of this programme is not only to improve our technical investigation skills but to ensure we have the capacity to address the increasing complexity of Nigeria’s transportation infrastructure.
“By involving military institutions and incorporating international expertise, we’re building a safety culture that will benefit all Nigerians.”
“The training aligns with NSIB’s strategic goals of enhancing investigative efficiency, ensuring transparency in safety reports, and proactively averting future incidents through effective risk management recommendations,” he added.
Badeh Jr further stated that the training “will significantly enhance NSIB’s capacity to conduct thorough, impartial investigations and contribute to accident prevention, ultimately saving lives.”
He added: “This initiative is key to the Bureau’s long-term vision of becoming a leading authority in transportation safety across Africa, positioning Nigeria as a model for safety practices in the region.
“As Nigeria continues to expand its transport infrastructure, NSIB’s role in ensuring safety becomes increasingly critical. This training represents a substantial investment in human capital, essential for meeting the country’s growing transportation safety demands.”
