CISN Rector seeks synergy with NIMASA for a robust Maritime Transport Education
The Rector of Certified Institute of Shipping of Nigeria (CISN), Mr. Okwuashi Ifeanyi Philip has said that the institute needs the partnership and support of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for a robust development of Maritime Transport Education.
The rector explained that CISN needs the support and partnership of NIMASA, being the apex maritime regulatory agency in Nigeria, in the areas of funding and approval of most of the institute’s courses and trainings.
Mr. Okwuashi who recently took over the headship of the institute stated that he has plans to make CISN the hub of Maritime Transport Education in Africa and the world at large, hence the need for synergy with NIMASA.
He described the maritime subsector as being vast and as a result makes vast opportunities available for everyone particularly the students who are building career in the subsector through the institute.
According to Okwuashi, there are a lot of areas where one can specialise in to build his or her career in the industry, especially the students who are studying maritime related courses.
He remarked that opportunities abound for such students to work in any area of their choice after graduation within the vast subsector.
The Rector added that it is a great opportunity for students who take up career in the industry as it is known to be the second revenue earner to the Federal Government after the oil sector.
Okwuashi promised to improve on what he met on ground in the institute, disclosing that he has noticed some lapses with the new generation of students and would address them.
“The system is not so bad. What the system needs is improvement. So, we need to improve on them,” he stated.
The rector advised students of the institute to focus on their studies which is the reason for coming to the school, adding that with focus the skies would be their starting point.