The Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, in conjunction with the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), is set to host a global workshop on Deep Seabed activities from September 17-18, 2024.
The workshop aims to build in-country expertise and equip policy makers and industry professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage deep-sea resources sustainably.
The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, was quoted as saying that the event will provide hands-on training for Nigerian researchers and stakeholders, allowing them to engage directly with international experts and advanced technologies.
The workshop is expected to feature presentations from renowned experts, including Dr. Dayo Mobereola, Director General of NIMASA, and Surveyor Adamu Adaji, Director General of the National Boundary Commission (NBC).
The deep seabed, which lies beyond national jurisdiction, is considered the common heritage of humanity and presents a future source of mineral resources to support an increasing global population.
The workshop aims to address challenges related to accessing land-based deposits, provide rare metals necessary to drive the future renewable economy, and mitigate climate change by utilizing the seabed’s ability to absorb excess CO2 produced by human activities.