Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund

Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund

... A commitment to employees' welfare

Our motto is a commitment to employees' welfare.   The official telephone lines are Corporate Affairs: 08113592555, SERVICOM: 08113592554, Headquarters (Abuja): +234-9-2911810, +234-9-2911811.   The official emails are as follows: General Enquiries: info@nsitf.gov.ng, Corporate Affairs: corporateaffairs@nsitf.gov.ng, Claims Processing: claims@nsitf.gov.ng.   The Employees' Compensation Scheme (ECS) : Benefits to both employees and employers.    Our approved service fees are as follows: 1) Employer Contribution: 1% of the total monthly payroll (total emoluments) as mandated by the Employees' Compensation Act (ECA) 2010. 2) Registration/Certification Fee: Approximately N50,000 for initial registration and certification processing. 3) Late Filing Penalty: 5% to 10% penalty per month on unpaid or un-remitted contributions.   The timelines for key services are as follows: 1) Compliance Certificate Issuance: Typically processed within 5 working days upon successful submission of all requirements and verification of payment. 2) Incident Reporting: Employers must report workplace accidents or injuries within 7 days of occurrence. 3) Claims Filing: Formal claim applications should be submitted within 21 days of the incident or diagnosis.   The procedures for accessing Key Services are as follows: 1) Registration: Obtain and complete Form ECS RE01 (Registration of Employer) and Form ECS RE03 (Employer Schedule of Payment). 2) Payment: Payments are made via the Remita platform after an assessment of staff remuneration by NSITF. 3) Certification: Submit an official request letter along with the Certificate of Incorporation (CAC), completed ECS forms, and evidence of payment to receive the Compliance Certificate. 4) Claims: In case of injury, the employer submits the Notification of Accident form (ECS CCF01) along with medical reports and police reports (where applicable) for evaluation and compensation.   As at March 2024, a total of 23,855 employers are compliant.

Rehabilitation

REHABILITATION MANAGEMENT (RETURN-TO -WORK) 

Returning to work after an injury, illness, or an extended period away from the workplace can be a challenging transition. Whether you’re recovering from a physical injury, dealing with a chronic condition, or coming back from a personal leave, careful planning and communication can help make the return to work smoother and more successful. Rehabilitation Management is a reactive activity. Upon receipt of injured/impaired employees dossiers, the HSE department mobilizes a dedicated team for physical sighting of the injured employees. A proper examination and assessment of injured employees. Afterwards, we carry out Socket fixing, gait training, polishing and finishing, Counselling to basically ensure that the injured employees achieve the best possible outcomes for returning to work. Follow ups, recommendations and detailed reports of all activities are documented. 

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