Determined to foster business growth in the Nigerian maritime sector, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) is taking strategic steps to enhance local participation and encourage investment in the maritime industry.
Dayo Mobereola, director general of NIMASA stated this while receiving the Executive Members of the Nigerian Merchant Navy Officers and Water Transport Senior Staff Association in Lagos.
According to Mobereola, under the supervision of the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, led by Adegboyega Oyetola, NIMASA is committed to creating an enabling environment that will present a level playing field for all businesses.
Mobereola said that NIMASA is deepening its collaboration with the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) to explore policies that will boost Indigenous involvement and strengthen Nigeria’s maritime sector.
He further said that NIMASA remains committed to fostering strategic partnerships that will enhance local investment, create jobs, and drive sustainable growth in the maritime sector.
“The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy is committed to encouraging indigenous players to invest more in Nigeria’s maritime industry. Issues such as national carriers and trade terms remain top priorities under this administration. Our focus is to create an enabling environment where private investors can thrive. In this regard, we have initiated discussions with the NCDMB and NNPC Limited to address these critical matters,” he said.
In his response, John Aleakhue Okpono, Secretary General of the Merchant Navy Officers and Water Transport Senior Staff Association, pointed out the need for closer collaboration between NIMASA and the Merchant Navy.
Okpono also urged the Agency to review waiver clauses to ensure more opportunities for Nigerian seafarers.
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