Nigeria adopted the use of biotechnology as a means of harnessing technology to enhance food security, accelerate economic development and ensure environmental sustainability through the approval of the National Biotechnology Policy in 2001, and the establishment of the National Biotechnology Development Agency and several Research Institutes. However, there are potential adverse effects associated with its adoption. To address this, Nigeria, led by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, developed its 1st National Biosafety Guidelines in 1994 and reviewed it in 2001. This was followed by the signing and ratification of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety (CPB) in 2001 and 2003 respectively. Between 2002 and 2006, the National Biosafety Framework (NBF) (National Biosafety Policy, draft Biosafety Bill and some guidelines) for ensuring national biosafety system in Nigeria was developed. Parties to CPB are expected to domesticate the Protocol in their countries. Hence in 2015, after about thirteen years of legislative process, the Biosafety bill was enacted giving rise to the National Biosafety Management Act, 2015.
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NBMA Issues Warning Against False Employment Claims on Unofficial Websites
The National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) is alerting the public of the proliferation of fake employment sites fraudulently claiming to be associated with the agency. The NBMA understands the concerns and frustration these misleading websites can cause, and wishes to clarify that it has no association with any unauthorized employment platforms.
NBMA is the regulatory body responsible for the oversight, regulation, and management of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in Nigeria. We take our responsibilities seriously and are committed to ensuring transparency, integrity, and fairness in all our operations, including the recruitment and employment process.
However, it has come to our attention that several unofficial websites and online platforms are falsely claiming to be affiliated with the NBMA and misleading job seekers by advertising false employment opportunities. These impostors often request personal information and even payment from unsuspecting individuals in exchange for job offers, creating significant distress and financial losses.
The NBMA wants to emphasize that it does not advertise vacancies or accept job applications through any non-official channels, including external websites or social media platforms. All employment opportunities are published according to the federal government laid down procedure through the civil service commission. Any other sources claiming to represent the NBMA should be treated with caution and reported immediately.
Kindly note that the NBMA will continue to provide authentic and transparent information regarding employment opportunities solely through our official channels.