By Abba Collins
Concerned about the apparent lack of public information regarding the government’s intention to establish a newly created Ministry of Maritime Affairs and the Blue Economy, the Maritime Association of Nigeria (MARAN) have concluded plans to unveil the book titled 50 Drivers of Nigeria Blue economy
This is contained in a press statement by the President of the association, Mr Godfrey Bivbere.
According to Mr. Bivbere, the aim of the book is to educate Nigerians on the immense benefits and opportunities in the emerging sector through documentation and input from industry regulators, operators, organizations and individuals who have contributed their time and intelligence.and resources for the growth and development of the shipping industry.
The statement revealed that
critical government agencies in the industry like the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) have all signed up for the project.
Also other industry bigwigs that have indicated interest include Prince Olayiwola Shittu, former President of Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA); Chief Isaac Jolapamo, Chairman Board of Trustees of the Nigeria Shipowners Association (NISA), Principal Partner, Jean Chiazor and Partners, Dame Jean Chiazor Anishere (SAN) amongst others.
“The book will in the future serve as a referral and research material for students in higher institutions of learning” Bivbere stated
The MARAN President in the statement further said that the book is expected to be launched by the third quarter of the year 2024.
With few slots still available, the Association has further extended a hand of inclusion to stakeholders who wishes to be part of the book project to contact the association via her email:
maranreporters@gmail.com, 08023058754, 08100321443.