By Peter Omopo
The (NSITF) has unveiled a new reform agenda aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s social security framework and enhancing institutional performance.
The decision followed a two-day 2026 Management Performance Review meeting held in Abuja, where top management officials assessed the Fund’s 2025 operations and outlined strategic priorities for the year ahead.
The meeting focused on evaluating regional performance, improving inter-branch collaboration, addressing operational bottlenecks, and repositioning the Fund for greater efficiency and financial sustainability.
In his opening address, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NSITF, , emphasized the need for measurable outcomes and a renewed commitment to the agency’s core mandate.
Faleye urged management staff to adopt performance-driven strategies that would enhance service delivery and ensure long-term sustainability of the Fund’s operations.
Resolutions reached at the meeting highlighted key priorities, including expanding coverage of the Fund’s social insurance schemes, improving employer compliance, cutting operational costs, and strengthening engagement with small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) as well as players in the informal sector.
The reform agenda is expected to reposition the NSITF to deliver greater value to contributors while deepening social protection coverage across the country.
