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The Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA) has strengthened its collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Police Force to ensure strict enforcement of nuclear safety and radiation protection regulations across the country.The agency’s Director-General, Dr. Yau Idris, announced this yesterday in Abuja while addressing reporters on the sidelines of a workshop organised for workers of the authority by Halimasalam Nigeria Limited.Idris explained that the NNRA’s regulatory mandate cuts across several sectors, including oil and gas, health, education, excavation and construction, where radioactive materials are utilised or researched.Also, the Deputy President of the Nigerian Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Mr. Mukhtar Akoshile, praised the NNRA for its commitment to staff capacity building.He said such initiatives promote self-sufficiency and enhance the usefulness of young professionals to themselves, the country and the global community.As a young person working in an organisation, you can distinguish yourself through dedication and patriotism.Opportunities such as scholarships, overseas training and career advancement can come with focus and discipline,” he said, urging young people to remain committed and avoid distractions.