NESREA Revised Code of Conduct

A Code revises the internal conduct standards for staff and officials of the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency. It sets clear professional standards for integrity, anti-corruption, and enforcement ethics for all personnel. The goal is to eliminate corrupt practices and protect the agency's regulatory integrity.

NESREA Revised Code of Conduct Policy Overview

What Is This Policy?

A revised internal code of conduct for staff and officials of the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency, setting standards for professional integrity, enforcement ethics, anti-corruption measures, and accountability in environmental regulation.

Who Does It Target?

All NESREA staff (technical, enforcement, administrative, and management) NESREA Directors and Agency Board members Contractors and consultants working with NESREA Regulated entities and industries interfacing with NESREA officials

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Eliminate bribery and corrupt practices in environmental enforcement Set clear professional conduct standards to protect NESREA's regulatory integrity Provide mechanisms for reporting misconduct and protecting whistleblowers Restore and maintain public trust in Nigeria's environmental regulatory system

Key Features

Current Status

Funding: Administered through NESREA's annual budget and capacity-building allocations

How to Access

Full code available on the NESREA website; reported violations handled through NESREA's Internal Affairs Unit. Requirements: Applicable to all NESREA staff automatically upon employment Violations reported via internal mechanism or to the Public Complaints Commission Application method: Report misconduct at: www.nesrea.gov.ng/conduct-report

Important Terms

Violation of code may result in suspension, dismissal, or criminal prosecution All NESREA staff sign code acknowledgement upon appointment Anonymous reports investigated within 30 working days

Impact & Metrics

NESREA staff disciplinary cases reduced by 30% in 2025 following preliminary code revisions; full revised code targets further reduction.

Official Resources

Website: www.nesrea.gov.ng Contact: NESREA — [email protected] Federal Republic of Nigeria — Policy Summary Document | March 2026

Legal Framework

The NESREA Code of Conduct operates under the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) Act 2007, the Public Service Rules, and the Code of Conduct Bureau and Tribunal Act. It aligns with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission Act 2000, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Act, and the Freedom of Information Act 2011.