Governing Legislation

The statutes that empower NSITF.

The Fund's mandate is defined by two Acts of the National Assembly. Read them in full, or download the official PDFs for your records.

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Establishment Act

NSITF Act

Establishes the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund as the statutory body responsible for administering social insurance for Nigerian workers.

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Workplace protection

Provides for compensation of employees who suffer occupational injuries, disability or death arising out of and in the course of employment.