WHO we are
The Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC), created by Act 46 of 1976 (Cap N91 LFN, 2004), is the national focal agency charged with the responsibility for the promotion of the development of atomic energy and for all matters relating to the peaceful use of atomic energy.
NAEC was, however, activated and became fully operational in July, 2006 under the aegis of the Federal Ministry of Science and Technology, by the appointment of its pioneer Director-General/Chief Executive Officer
Goal
To develop the ways and technical machinery to effectively explore, exploit and harness atomic energy for peaceful applications for sustainable national development..
Vision
To lay an enduring foundation for the building of a world-class institution for the development and peaceful deployment of nuclear technology in all its ramifications for national development in conformity with international best practices.
Mission
To develop a sustainable framework imbued with the fundamental elements of a high safety culture for the peaceful application of nuclear science and technology for the socio-economic development of Nigeria.
NAEC Latest News
The Dean, Faculty of Engineering, Yakubu Gowon University (formerly University of Abuja), Engr. Prof. A. Jimoh, on Monday October 12, 2026, led a delegation on a dual-purpose visit to the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC), Engr. Dr. Anthony Ekedegwa, at the Commission’s Headquarters in Abuja.
The Nigerian Network for Nuclear Science and Technology Education (NGA-NEST) paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman/Chief Executive of the Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC), Engr. Dr. Anthony Ekedegwa, at the Commission’s Headquarters, Abuja on Monday October 12, 2026.
The delegation, led by Prof. Nnabuk Okon Eddy, represented the National Coordinator, Prof. A. Kuye and presented a congratulatory letter to the Chairman on his confirmation by His Excellency, the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, describing his appointment as well-deserved and a testament to his exemplary leadership and competence in nuclear science and technology.
The newly elected Kaduna Zonal Executive Council of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) paid a familiarization visit to the Management of the Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC).
The visit was aimed at formally introducing the newly elected Zonal Executive Council to the Management of NAEC, strengthening the relationship between the Union and the Commission, and fostering a more constructive partnership in addressing issues affecting staff and the effective functioning of the Commission.
The Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC), led by its Chairman/CEO, Engr. Dr. Anthony Ekedegwa, has continued its engagement with key stakeholders as part of preparations for the IAEA Integrated Nuclear Infrastructure Review (INIR) Mission, scheduled for the Q1 of 2027.
As part of this engagement, the NAEC delegation paid courtesy visits to the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) and the Nigeria Geological Survey Agency (NGSA).
