- ISPON holds induction ceremony for 28 Genco employees, issues them with certificates of excellence
Egbin Power has reinforced its commitment to promoting high safety standards and professionalism, as the Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria (ISPON) inducts 28 employees of GenCos as new members.
According to ISPON, the certification consolidates Egbin’s efforts at promoting high safety standards while building a highly competent and well equipped workforce in safety management.
During the ceremony at one of the Company’s operation locations, the new members were issued with membership certificates, having satisfactorily fulfilled all the necessary training conditions, including assessment and screening by ISPON.
Speaking at the occasion, the Head of Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE), Julius Akpong stated that the accomplishment has only distinguished the GenCos in matters of safety and complaints management.
“The induction of these employees into ISPON is a testament to our unwavering commitment to high safety practices and standards,” says Akpong.
“We believe that by empowering our workforce, we can create a safer and more productive work environment for all. We operate in a sector where safety is paramount at all times; thus, as a responsible organization, safety is our culture and it is the responsibility of everyone.”
Speaking, ISPON’s National President Kaizer Ebiwari enjoined every member of the Institute to be as responsibility as possible in promoting safety awareness in the workplace, at home and across Nigeria.
“The ISPON, certification, therefore empowers these individuals to become advocates for safety, not only within Egbin Power but also in their communities. Their expertise will be invaluable in enhancing safety practices and preventing accidents,” he stated.
Ebiwari further commended Egbin Power and the employees for embracing high safety standards while encouraging professionalism among its workforce. He said that the newly inducted employees would be playing a crucial role in advancing safety within Egbin Power and the broader Nigerian power sector, adding that their knowledge and skills will contribute significantly in the development and implementation of effective safety measures, towards ensuring a safer and more sustainable operating environment.
The training was facilitated through the collaboration of ISPON and Egbin Power’s Learning Academy, which is an in-house programme designed to provide regular and specialized training to enable employees acquire the necessary expertise to meet the employees’ needs.
The 28 employees completed the required training curriculum, which is equivalent to ISPON Level 3, thereby qualifying for membership into the Institute following the statutory examination and screening.
Among the management team of Egbin Power in attendance were the Head of HR Gabriel Nkanga, Chief Corporate Services Officer Emmanuel Udu, Head of Corporate Communication & Branding Felix Ofulue, Head of Maintenance Felix Ebiware, and Head of Support Service Kayode Ayeni.
Other ISPON officials at the occasion included the Deputy President of ISPON Chief Dr Stephen Udesi, and the Registrar Benson Adam-Otete.
Nkanga applauded the Institute and the inductees saying: “The ISPON induction is a significant milestone for Egbin Power. It validates our commitment to safety excellence and provides our employees with the necessary tools to drive continuous improvement in our safety practices.”
One of the inductees, Esther Adediji in the QHSE Department said: “Egbin Power has been instrumental in my journey to ISPON certification and I’m excited to leverage this accomplishment to drive safety improvements within the company and participate in industry-wide initiatives.”
“Joining ISPON has significantly contributed to my professional development and has laid the groundwork for my ambition to achieve other certifications,” Mayowa Ajuwon in the Support Service Department said.
This is as Egbin Power continues to prioritize safety and sustainability and collaboration with ISPON, to further strengthen the company’s position as a leader in the power sector, the Company said.
The statement discloses ISPON as a recognized institute through the provisions of the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, to regulate the practice of safety management in collaboration with relevant government agencies, as enshrined in the ISPON Act of 2014.