NIMASA Liberia Collaborate On Regional Shipping

Commits to strengthen regional shipping

In order to ensure regional integration in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the President Bola Tinubu administration, the Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has reaffirmed the Agency commitment to advancing regional maritime integration, cooperation and capacity development across Africa.

Speaking when he received the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Liberia in Lagos, Mr. Dapo Akinosun, SAN, at the Agency’s headquarters in Lagos, the NIMASA DG described the meeting as a reflection of the longstanding and mutually beneficial relationship between Nigeria and Liberia, particularly within the maritime sector.

“Stronger collaboration among African nations remains critical to unlocking the continents maritime potential, strengthening the Blue Economy, and promoting sustainable regional growth of the continent” Mobereola said

The NIMASA boss noted that the time has come for African nations to upscale maritime collaboration. The partnership between Nigeria and Liberia will help both countries build capacity, strengthen regional cooperation, and create opportunities for African youths within the global maritime industry.

“We must collectively build maritime capacity beyond borders. Sea-time training and practical exposure will position Nigerian and African youths to compete effectively in the international maritime space” Mobereola stated

He also appreciated the Liberian Government for supporting Nigerian successful bid for the Category C seat of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), noting that both countries have sustained productive maritime relations over the years.

In his address, the Honorary Consul, Mr. Dapo Akinosun, SAN, said the visit was aimed at reinforcing the enduring relationship between Nigeria and Liberia while promoting stronger maritime cooperation between both countries.
The Envoy described the maritime sector as a key driver of economic growth, regional integration, and Blue Economy development, while commending the management of NIMASA for efforts towards repositioning Nigerias maritime industry for sustainable growth and investment.

Nigeria has demonstrated genuine commitment to maritime partnership and regional growth. Liberia looks forward to deeper collaboration with NIMASA in maritime administration, safety, capacity development and trade promotion for the advancement of Africa’s Blue Economy, Akinosun said.