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Saudi Salary
07-07-2025
- Business
- Saudi Salary
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The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has reaffirmed the agency's commitment to enhancing Nigeria's shipbuilding and repair capabilities. He made this known during an inspection visit to Nigerdock at the Snake Island Integrated Free Zone in Lagos. Dr. Mobereola visited the facility to assess ongoing maintenance work on the DB Lagos, a special mission vessel used for maritime surveillance and national security operations. The vessel plays a critical role in combating oil theft, smuggling, illegal immigration, and other maritime crimes within Nigeria's territorial waters. Speaking during the inspection, Dr. Mobereola expressed satisfaction with the progress of the repairs, describing the project as a testament to Nigeria's growing technical competence in the maritime sector. 'What I am seeing here today is a testimony to the fact that we have the ability not only to repair but also to build here in Nigeria,' he stated. He further emphasised that the inspection aligns with the vision of the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, who has prioritised the development of local capacity in shipbuilding and repairs. 'We at NIMASA are demonstrating our belief in this vision by maintaining our own vessels here,' Mobereola added. Copyright Ships & Ports Ltd. Permission to use quotations from this article is granted subject to appropriate credit given to as the source.


Zawya
06-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Nigeria: NIMASA commits to strengthening maritime business growth
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a level playing field and creating an enabling environment for businesses in Nigeria's maritime sector. The Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, made this known while receiving the Executive Members of the Nigerian Merchant Navy Officers and Water Transport Senior Staff Association. He emphasized that under the supervision of the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, led by Hon. Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, NIMASA is taking strategic steps to enhance local participation and encourage investment in the industry. Dr. Mobereola revealed 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. 'The Honourable 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 stated. In response, Comrade John Aleakhue Okpono, Secretary General of the Merchant Navy Officers and Water Transport Senior Staff Association, emphasized the need for closer collaboration between NIMASA and the Merchant Navy. He also urged the Agency to review waiver clauses to ensure more opportunities for Nigerian seafarers. NIMASA remains committed to fostering strategic partnerships that will enhance local investment, create jobs, and drive sustainable growth in the maritime sector. Copyright © 2022 Nigerian Tribune Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (