Section 6: Functions and powers of the Board.

(1) The Board shall -
(a) formulate policies and guidelines for the Commission;
(b) monitor and ensure the implementation of policies and programmes of the Commission; and
(c) perform such other functions as may be necessary for the achievement of the objectives and efficient performance of the functions of the Commission under this Act.
(2) The Board shall have powers to -
(a) approve rules and regulations relating to the appointment, promotion and discipline of staff of the Commission;
(b) regulate the proceedings of its meetings and make standing orders with respect to keeping of minutes of its proceedings, and such other matters as the Board may determine;
(c) liaise with the Commission to develop the requisite technical capacity, human and material resources to respond to internal displacement situations in Nigeria; and
(d) advise the Commission on any other issue relating to effective assistance and protection of persons of concern in Nigeria.