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By the close of 2026, the Director General of the National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT), Mr. Fuad Daboh, envisions a transformed institution—one that is financially resilient, technologically advanced, people-centered, and firmly positioned as a pillar of social protection and national development in Sierra Leone.
Since assuming leadership, Mr. Daboh has articulated a forward-looking agenda anchored on sustainability, efficiency, transparency, and inclusivity. His Vision 2026 is not merely an administrative roadmap; it is a commitment to redefine how social security serves workers, pensioners, employers, and the broader economy.
Strengthening Social Protection and Trust
At the heart of the Vision 2026 is the strengthening of social security coverage. Mr. Daboh is determined to ensure that more Sierra Leoneans—particularly workers in the informal sector—are brought under the NASSIT safety net. By expanding contributor enrollment and improving compliance among employers, NASSIT aims to guarantee dignified retirement benefits and timely payments, thereby restoring and deepening public trust in the institution.
Under this vision, pensioners are not an afterthought. Priority is placed on prompt benefit payments, simplified claims processing, and enhanced customer service, ensuring retirees receive their entitlements without unnecessary delays or bureaucratic hurdles.
Digital Transformation and Operational Efficiency
A major pillar of the Vision 2026 is digital transformation. Mr. Daboh believes that technology is key to efficiency, transparency, and accountability. NASSIT is being repositioned to leverage modern digital platforms for registration, contribution tracking, benefit processing, and data management.
By embracing automation and secure digital systems, the institution aims to reduce manual errors, curb fraud, and provide contributors and pensioners with real-time access to their records. This transformation will not only improve service delivery but also align NASSIT with global best practices in social security administration.
Prudent Investment and Financial Sustainability
Mr. Daboh’s vision places strong emphasis on sound investment management. By 2026, NASSIT is expected to maintain a diversified and well-governed investment portfolio that delivers steady returns while safeguarding contributors’ funds.
Strategic investments in housing, infrastructure, and productive sectors of the economy are envisioned to serve a dual purpose: securing long-term financial sustainability for the Trust and contributing to national economic growth and job creation. Transparency and due diligence remain central to all investment decisions, reinforcing accountability to contributors.
Human Capital Development and Institutional Culture
Recognizing that institutions are only as strong as their people, Vision 2026 prioritizes capacity building and staff development. Mr. Daboh advocates for continuous training, performance-based management, and a culture of professionalism within NASSIT.
By empowering staff with the right skills, tools, and ethical standards, the institution is better positioned to deliver quality services and adapt to emerging challenges in the social security landscape.
Inclusivity, Partnerships and National Development
Another defining feature of the Vision 2026 is inclusivity. Mr. Daboh seeks to strengthen partnerships with government ministries, private sector employers, labor unions, and development partners to expand coverage and improve compliance.
NASSIT, under his leadership, is envisioned as an active contributor to national development—supporting housing delivery, infrastructure growth, and social stability—while remaining faithful to its core mandate of protecting workers’ futures.
A Future Built on Confidence and Care
As 2026 approaches, Fuad Daboh’s vision for NASSIT reflects a clear and deliberate path: a modern, transparent, and resilient social security institution that puts people first. Through innovation, prudent management, and inclusive policies, NASSIT is being repositioned to meet the needs of today’s workforce while securing the retirement dreams of tomorrow’s pensioners.
In essence, Vision 2026 is about confidence and care—confidence that contributors’ funds are safe and growing, and care that every worker’s years of service are honored with dignity and security.
