The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has reiterated that staff welfare and continuous capacity development are central to achieving operational excellence at the Agency.<\/p>\n
Dr. Mobereola made this known at the inaugural Senior Management Retreat for the Agency\u2019s operational staff, held under the theme: \u201cOne Mission, One Team: Driving Operational Excellence.\u201d The retreat brought together senior personnel within the operations cadre, whose responsibilities are critical to the daily execution of NIMASA\u2019s statutory mandates.<\/p>\n
In his address, Dr. Mobereola emphasized that the Agency\u2019s overall success hinges on the commitment and dedication of its workforce. He applauded the operational team for their contributions toward advancing Nigeria\u2019s maritime sector and reiterated management\u2019s dedication to providing a conducive environment for professional growth.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur success as a team depends largely on the commitment of our operational staff,\u201d he noted. \u201cWe will continue to provide an enabling environment that supports capacity development on a continuous basis. Our vision to become the leading maritime administration in Africa, advancing Nigeria\u2019s global maritime goals, is only achievable when staff remain dedicated to their duties.\u201d<\/p>\n
He further encouraged participants to internalize the Agency\u2019s core values, \u201cCAPITAL D\u201d, which serve as a framework for performance, discipline, and professionalism across all levels.<\/p>\n
NIMASA\u2019s performance-based reward system is being strengthened, with new initiatives such as gift vouchers introduced to encourage excellence. Six outstanding staff, who emerged as top performers in 2023 and 2024, were honoured at the retreat. The Director Marine and Environment Management Department, Heaky Dimowo, Co-ordinator Western zone Gloria Ayansoda, Port Service controller Calabar Port, Aina Akinbola Aderemi, and Engr. Olayiwola Olanrewaju who emerged as the best District Surveyor. Other awardees are Engr. Moshood Taiwo Akinwumi and Engr. Olumide Olugoke Oyewole who emerged Employees of the years 2023 and 2024 respectively.<\/p>\n
Also speaking at the retreat, the Executive Director of Operations, Engr. Fatai Taiye Adeyemi, described the forum as a valuable platform for knowledge transfer, team building, and strategic alignment. He emphasized his commitment to an open-door policy, promoting transparent communication and collaborative problem-solving.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis retreat marks a new chapter in how we operate,\u201d he stated. \u201cIt provides an opportunity to share experiences, strengthen our teamwork, and recommit to our shared mission of delivering maritime excellence.\u201d<\/p>\n
The retreat concluded on a high note, leaving participants with a renewed sense of purpose, unity, and commitment to driving NIMASA\u2019s operations to greater heights.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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