The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has reiterated its commitment to creating a competitive and investor-friendly sector, emphasising the need for greater Indigenous participation and strategic collaborations to drive industry growth.
During a courtesy visit by the Executive Members of the Nigerian Merchant Navy Officers and Water Transport Senior Staff Association (NMNOWTSSA) to NIMASA headquarters in Lagos, its Director General, Dr Dayo Mobereola, outlined the agency’s efforts to enhance indigenous involvement under the supervision of the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, led by Adegboyega Oyetola.
Mobereola stressed that collaboration with key stakeholders, including the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) and NNPC Limited, remains a priority in addressing industry challenges and creating opportunities for Indigenous players.
“The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy is committed to encouraging indigenous players to invest more in Nigeria’s maritime industry. Key issues such as national carriers and trade terms are priorities for this administration,” he said.
He further emphasised the agency’s commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment, ensuring that private investors can operate seamlessly within the sector.
“Our goal is to create a business-friendly environment where private investors can thrive. In line with this, we are engaging with the NCDMB and NNPC Limited to address critical industry challenges,” Dr. Mobereola added.
Responding to the agency’s initiatives, Secretary General, NMNOWTSSA, Comrade John Aleakhue Okpono, reiterated the need for a stronger partnership between NIMASA and the Merchant Navy.
He also called for a review of waiver clauses to provide more opportunities for Nigerian seafarers, ensuring that local professionals are better positioned within the industry.
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