The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) and the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) have commenced discussions on strengthening collaboration to improve safety standards, accident investigation processes, and operational efficiency across Lagos waterways.
The discussions took place during a courtesy visit by NSIB delegation led by its Director-General, Captain Alex Badeh, to the LASWA headquarters in Lagos.
During the meeting, both agencies explored opportunities for cooperation in enhancing safety oversight, promoting information sharing, building institutional capacity, and developing effective frameworks for accident prevention and emergency response within the inland waterways sector
Welcoming the delegation, the General Manager of LASWA and Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos State on Blue Economy, Mr. Oluwadamilola Emmanuel, emphasized the importance of inter-agency collaboration in advancing the Lagos State Government’s commitment to safe, efficient, and sustainable water transportation.
According to him, the waterways sector continues to play a critical role in the state’s transportation ecosystem, making it imperative for relevant stakeholders to work together in promoting safety, operational excellence, and public confidence.
The NSIB Director General, Captain Alex Badeh, who led the delegation highlighted the Bureau’s mandate of promoting transportation safety through independent investigations and safety recommendations, noting that collaboration with LASWA would further strengthen efforts to identify safety risks, prevent accidents, and improve overall safety culture on the waterways.
Discussions during the visit focused on potential areas of partnership, including safety data exchange, joint safety awareness initiatives, training programmes, incident reporting mechanisms, emergency response coordination, and technical support in accident investigation and safety management systems.
Both organizations expressed their commitment to fostering a strong working relationship that will contribute to safer waterways operations and support the continued growth of water transportation in Lagos State.
The visit concluded with a mutual agreement to sustain engagements and explore practical initiatives that will enhance safety outcomes for operators, passengers, and all waterways users.
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