NYCN Hails Ya’u Idris’ Leadership In Nuclear Regulation

The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has applauded the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA), Dr. Ya’u Usman Idris, for his contributions to strengthening nuclear safety and regulatory governance in Nigeria, naming him Man of the Year at its 2025 Annual Review and Strategic Planning Session held in Abuja.

The decision was reached at the Council’s Annual Review and Strategic Planning Session, where members evaluated activities for the outgoing year and outlined advocacy priorities for 2026.

According to the NYCN, the honour was unanimously approved in recognition of Dr. Idris’s leadership in strengthening nuclear safety, radiation protection, and regulatory governance in Nigeria.

Confirming the decision, Ambassador Benjamin Adekunle Onileowo, National Publicity Secretary of the NYCN, said the award reflects the Council’s commitment to recognising public officials whose work has delivered tangible impact on national safety and institutional credibility.

“The Council resolved at its annual review session to honour Dr. Ya’u Usman Idris for his outstanding leadership of the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority,” Adekunle said. “His work has strengthened Nigeria’s nuclear safety architecture, improved regulatory compliance, and enhanced engagement with local and international stakeholders.”

Dr. Idris heads the NNRA, the statutory body responsible for nuclear safety and radiation protection in Nigeria, with oversight of activities involving ionising radiation across the medical, industrial, energy and research sectors.