Nigeria as a maritime nation that plays a prominent role in the Gulf of Guinea is poised to be elected into Category ‘C’ of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
\nThe Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, expressed Nigeria\u2019s interest to seek election into the IMO Council.<\/p>\n
Speaking at the 2024 World Maritime Day parallel event in Barcelona, Spain, the Minister noted that Nigeria has put in place the basic needs to develop the nation\u2019s maritime industry in line with recognized global best practices.<\/p>\n
In his words, \u201cour active participation in upholding key conventions, such as the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code, reflects our dedication to ensuring the safety of international shipping.<\/p>\n
There have been no incidents of piracy in the last three years, as confirmed by the International Maritime Bureau (IMB). By deploying resources to provide maritime security assets, Nigeria has solidified its role as a key guardian of maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea.<\/p>\n
Nigeria remains a valuable source of manpower for the industry. I therefore urge our partners to explore this potential and assist where possible in the best interest of all. Our Maritime Academy has adequate resources and facilities to support this development.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am pleased to announce Nigeria\u2019s resolve to seek a Category \u201cC\u201d membership on the Council.<\/p>\n
On his part, the Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, assured that no stone will be left unturned to ensure success in the quest for IMO Category C membership at the next elections.<\/p>\n
According to him, \u201cWe at NIMASA have met with the IMO technical team and have commenced work on all identified grey areas so that Nigeria can address the gaps identified during the last audit by the IMO. \u201dWe have also commenced the process of effective communication with other member states using the IMO GSIS platform, among others. While we at NIMASA focus on the technical aspects of the preparations, our supervising Ministry will provide the political will to guide Nigeria back to the Council at the IMO\u201d, he stated.<\/p>\n
Oyetola, who held engagement sessions with the IMO Secretary General Arsenio Dominguez and other diplomats, was accompanied on the working tour by the Ministry\u2019s Permanent Secretary, Mr. Olufemi Oloruntola; the Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola; the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho; the Managing Director of NIWA, Mr. Bola Oyebamiji; and the Director of Maritime Safety and Security Services, Mr. Babatunde Bombata.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s parallel event with the theme: Navigating the Future: Safety First, brought together international maritime leaders and experts to discuss future challenges and opportunities, with the aim of ensuring that safety is prioritized in the day-to-day operations of the global maritime sector.<\/p>\n
PHOTO: L-R: Director General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola; Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, CON; Permanenet Secretary, Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, Olufemi Oloruntola and others during the 2024 World Maritime Day Parallel Event, held in Barcelona, Spain.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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