NSITF becomes West Africa’s social security reference point

The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has reaffirmed its growing role as a regional leader in social security, pledging sustained technical support to The Gambia. A one-week study tour by the Board of the Industrial Injuries Compensation Fund (IICF) of The Gambia's Social Security and Housing Finance Corporation observed NSITF's operations and the administration of Nigeria's Employees' Compensation Scheme. NSITF Managing Director Oluwaseun Faleye assured the delegation of continued knowledge sharing, operational experience, and best practices, emphasizing the start of a stronger partnership to strengthen social protection across the sub-region.