Occurrence Reporting:

• Receives, determines, and classifies occurrence reports, including notifications of aviation occurrences, to initiate investigations promptly and effectively.

Investigation Conduct:

• Independently conducts ‘no-blame’ investigations of accidents and incidents in accordance with laws, regulations, and international best practices.
• Determines the cause and contributory factors of accidents and incidents, aiming to prevent future occurrences and improve safety.

Safety Recommendations:

• Identifies safety deficiencies and issues safety recommendations to prevent future accidents and enhance aviation safety standards.
• Fulfills Nigeria’s obligations under the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Annex 13 Standards and Recommendation Practices) by issuing relevant safety recommendations.

Report Compilation and Publication:

• Compiles, completes, and publishes final reports of accidents and incidents, ensuring transparency and accountability in the investigation process.
• Raises awareness of safety issues by publicly reporting on investigations and conducting educational programs to promote safety awareness.

Stakeholder Cooperation:

• Monitors investigations by other entities, including judicial, regulatory, and industry bodies, to ensure comprehensive oversight and coordination.
• Coordinates with various local authorities, military, police, airport authorities, air traffic control service providers, and other stakeholders to facilitate investigations and information sharing.

International Collaboration:

• Liaises and collaborates with international organizations such as the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), other states, and aviation industry stakeholders on aircraft accidents and incidents investigation matters.
• Conducts research and safety studies on air safety data to prevent accidents and maintain relevant statistics for safety analysis and improvement.

Legislative Updates:

• Updates relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures to reflect emerging safety concerns and regulatory developments in the aviation sector.

Additional Duties:

• Undertakes any other duties as assigned by the Director-General/CEO, contributing to the continuous improvement and effectiveness of aviation safety investigations within the NSIB.