Osogbo, Nigeria — Niger Food Security Systems and Logistics Ltd, commonly known as Niger Foods, has officially achieved full international ISO certification across four distinct food standards. The company secured ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 22000:2018, marking a significant milestone in its operational compliance and quality assurance frameworks.
The acquisition of these certifications underscores the firm’s commitment to meeting rigorous global benchmarks for environmental management, occupational health and safety, quality management, and food safety. By aligning its processes with these international norms, Niger Foods aims to enhance the reliability and safety of its agricultural supply chain operations.
This development is positioned within the broader context of Nigeria’s agricultural sector, which faces substantial economic challenges. The achievement is noted as a step toward addressing the $11.2 billion economic drain attributed to inefficiencies and losses within the country’s agricultural value chain.
ISO 14001:2015 focuses on environmental management systems, ensuring that organizations minimize their environmental impact. ISO 45001:2018 addresses occupational health and safety, providing a framework for improving workplace safety and reducing risks. ISO 9001:2015 sets out the requirements for a quality management system to ensure consistent product and service quality, while ISO 22000:2018 specifies requirements for a food safety management system.
Niger Foods’ attainment of these four standards suggests a comprehensive approach to operational excellence, integrating safety, quality, and environmental stewardship into its core business practices. The company’s headquarters in Osogbo serves as the base for these logistical and security-focused agricultural initiatives.
<small>Source: AllAfrica Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
