New Director General/CEO of NBMA, Bello Bawa Bwari, Assumes Office — Pledges Commitment to Staff Welfare and Institutional Growth.

The newly appointed Director General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA), Bello Bawa Bwari formally assumed duty today at the Agency’s headquarters in Abuja. He was warmly received by the management and staff of the Agency, who expressed optimism about the new leadership.

In his inaugural address, he commended the dedication and professionalism of the NBMA staff, acknowledging the agency’s significant progress over the years in ensuring the safe application of modern biotechnology and biosafety practices in Nigeria. He commended the immediate past Director General for her leadership and pledged to build upon her achievements.

“I am here to build on what my predecessors established,” Bwari stated. “The NBMA has a strong foundation, and together, we will strengthen our mandate, promote innovation, and ensure that Nigeria remains a leader in biosafety management across Africa. Staff welfare will remain a top priority because a motivated workforce is essential for effective service delivery.”

The new DG also emphasized his commitment to deepening stakeholder engagement, enhancing transparency in regulatory processes, and advancing public trust in the agency’s work.

Bello Bawa Bwari is a seasoned administrator with extensive experience in environmental and health matters, public administration, and institutional development. His appointment marks a new chapter in the Agency’s drive to safeguard human health and the environment from potential risks associated with genetically modified organisms and other modern biotechnologies.

The NBMA management and staff expressed their readiness to work closely with the new DG in advancing the Agency’s vision of a safe, sustainable, and biotechnology-enabled Nigeria.

Signed:

Gloria Ogbaki

Head Information and Public Relations

National Biosafety Management Agency

October 6, 2025