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Directorate of Legal Services

Ensures all Bureau activities comply with national legislation, international conventions, and investigative standards such as ICAO Annex 13.

Mandate

To provide legal counsel, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect the Bureau's independence and integrity in all matters of law, policy, and international obligation.

Key Functions

The primary responsibilities of this directorate within the Bureau.

01

Legal interpretation of the NSIB Act and relevant transport safety legislation.

02

Advisory services on ICAO Annex 13, IMO, and ERA investigative standards.

03

Review and vetting of all investigation reports before publication.

04

Management of Freedom of Information (FOI) requests and legal correspondence.

05

Representation of the Bureau's interests in legal proceedings.