The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dayo Mobereola, has reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to advancing regional maritime integration, cooperation, and capacity development across Africa.
Mobereola stated this while receiving the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Liberia in Lagos, Dapo Akinosun, at the Agency’s headquarters in Lagos.
According to the NIMASA boss, the meeting underscored the longstanding and mutually beneficial relationship between Nigeria and Liberia, particularly in the maritime sector. He stressed that stronger collaboration among African nations is essential to unlocking the continent’s maritime potential, strengthening the Blue Economy, and driving sustainable economic growth.
“The time has come for African nations to upscale maritime collaboration. The partnership between Nigeria and Liberia will help us build capacity, strengthen regional cooperation, and create opportunities for African youths within the global maritime industry,” Mobereola said.
He further emphasized the need for enhanced maritime capacity development across the continent, noting that sea-time training and practical exposure would equip Nigerian and African youths with the skills needed to compete effectively in the international maritime industry.
Mobereola also commended the Liberian Government for supporting Nigeria’s successful bid for a Category C seat on the International Maritime Organization Council, adding that both countries have maintained productive maritime relations over the years.
Speaking earlier, Akinosun said the visit was aimed at strengthening the enduring ties between Nigeria and Liberia while promoting deeper cooperation in the maritime sector. He described maritime development as a critical driver of economic growth, regional integration, and Blue Economy expansion across Africa.
The Liberian envoy also praised NIMASA’s leadership for its efforts in repositioning Nigeria’s maritime industry for sustainable growth and investment, expressing Liberia’s readiness to deepen collaboration with the Agency in areas such as maritime administration, safety, and capacity development.
“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 other areas of mutual interest,” Akinosun said.
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