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NBMA CARRIES OUT RISK ASSESSMENT WORKSHOP
The National Biosafety Management Agency has began a five days risk assessment workshop to strengthen the capacity of laboratory scientists on GM detection, analysis and assessment. The Director-General/CEO of the Agency, Dr Agnes Yemisi Asagbra said bio safety risk assessment is a fundamental aspect of the efforts of the Agency to ensure the safety of human and animal health, plant life, the safety of the environment, and the integrity of our scientific endeavors. She said
the importance of robust risk assessment processes cannot be overstated, particularly in the context of biosafety, where the implications of our actions resonate deeply with public health, environmental sustainability, and socioeconomic well-being. By fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange, we strengthen our collective capacity to anticipate, evaluate, and mitigate potential risks associated with the development and deployment of biotechnologies, genetically modified organisms, and other relevant applications
Dr Asagbra added that the knowledge and skills gained during this training will not only enhance the individual capacities of the laboratory scientists but also contribute to the broader mission of safeguarding public safety and environmental integrity within our respective spheres of influence.
One of the trainers Mr. Hermann Broll, Chief Scientific Officer, German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment in Germany said the training will give both participants and trainers the unique opportunity to engage with experts to share insights, and cultivate a deeper understanding of the principles and methodologies that underpin effective risk assessment frameworks.
The five days training has in attendance over thirty participants from NBMA and stakeholders drawn from line ministries, departments and Agencies.
