NNRA RECEIVED NAMP REPRESENTATIVE

NNRA RECEIVED NAMP REPRESENTATIVE

The DG/CEO of the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA) Dr. Yau Idris received a delegation from the Nigerian Association of Medical Physicists (NAMP) on a courtesy visit on 8th October, 2024 at his office in the NNRA Headquarters, Abuja.

The visit aimed at exploring potential collaboration to enhance radiation safety and security, and foster regulatory compliance.

During the meeting, the president of NAMP, Professor Fatai Balogun, expressed appreciation to the NNRA for the warm reception and requested support for the association's upcoming conference, particularly in areas of emergency, preparedness and response as well as capacity building and expertise.

He emphasized that collaborating with the NNRA and the Nigerian Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC) make presentation at the conference to highlight the role of medical physics in the nation's healthcare system. He appealed for financial support and working relationship with the Authority for the upcoming event.

In response, NNRA’s Director General and CEO, Dr. Yau Idris, commended the delegation for their visit, while acknowledging the immense contributions of medical physics to NNRA’s operations.

He pledged the Authority’s support for the conference and workshop. He then directed the relevant departments to form a team who will participate actively in the event.