The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has emphasized the importance of innovative financing models in driving sustainable development across Africa’s maritime industry. Speaking at the 7th Association of African Maritime Administrations (AAMA) Conference in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, Dr. Mobereola reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to advancing a thriving and sustainable maritime sector in Africa.
“Nigeria is committed to collaborating on technology and innovation to enhance safety, security, decarbonization, and the marine environment for a sustainable future,” Mobereola stated. He highlighted the conference as a crucial platform to address shared challenges, particularly in sustainable energy, regional security, and economic growth.
The NIMASA DG called for regional and international support, emphasizing the need for technical and financial partnerships to facilitate infrastructure development and digital transformation in Nigeria’s maritime sector. “Our priorities at the AAMA conference include exploring collaborative avenues to enhance maritime safety and security. By reinforcing our adherence to frameworks like the Djibouti and Yaoundé Codes of Conduct, we aim to solidify Nigeria’s role in combating piracy and maritime crime across West Africa,” he added.
The AAMA, established to foster regular consultations and unified positions among African maritime administrations, has played a pivotal role in shaping the continent’s maritime agenda. During Nigeria’s hosting of the 3rd AAMA Conference in 2017, a comprehensive master plan was developed to advance the goals of the African Maritime Transport Charter. The association has since strengthened regional, continental, and international cooperation, harmonizing policies to promote the growth of Africa’s maritime sector.
Dr. Mobereola’s remarks reinforced Nigeria’s leadership in addressing the region’s maritime challenges, emphasizing the strategic importance of collaboration, innovation, and sustainable financing in shaping the future of Africa’s maritime industry.
