Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has congratulated President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola on Nigeria’s victory at the just concluded council election of the International Maritime Organisation where the country clinched a Category C seat
The NPA MD who described the feat as a historic one, said the entire maritime community in Nigeria and beyond celebrate with immense pride as Nigeria officially joins 39 other maritime countries on the IMO Council
He specifically identified the unwavering support and encouragement provided by President Tinubu as a great influence to the victory
Dantsoho said “This remarkable achievement is a testament to the visionary leadership, unwavering commitment to global best practices, and tireless efforts of the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, and the dedicated Heads of Agencies under the Ministry.
“Joining the IMO Council in Category C places Nigeria among the world’s leading maritime nations, amplifying our voice in shaping global maritime policies, safety standards, security, and environmental sustainability.
“It is a well-deserved recognition of Nigeria’s strategic importance as the maritime hub of West and Central Africa and the giant strides made in port efficiency, trade facilitation, and blue economy development” Dantsoho said
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