The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has called on private individuals and corporate investors to seize emerging opportunities within Nigeria’s blue economy, particularly in the maritime sector of the economy.

The Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola who stated this at the ongoing 36th Enugu International Trade Fair also used the occasion to showcase the numerous opportunities in the maritime sector of the economy.

Mobereola who was represented by NIMASA Deputy Director, Planning Research and Data Management Service Department, Mr. Umar Mohammed highlighted the government agency commitment to implementing the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Federal Government while also emphasizing the need for inclusive economic growth through indigenous participation in domestic and international shipping.

“To unlock the full potential of our maritime economy, NIMASA is pursuing an integrated development strategy that will support indigenous operators in ship acquisition, establish a National Carrier Line, and create maritime training institutions for world-class seafarers,” he said.

A statement by NIMASA Assistant Director, Public Relations, Mr. Edward Osagie noted that the agency is also implementing a public sector cargo support programme aimed at creating a captive freight market for local carriers and reducing the dominance of foreign shipping lines in Nigeria’s seaborne trade.

According to Mobereola, the agency’s strategic initiatives are being driven through public-private partnerships to ensure sustainability and long-term impact. Therefore, we are inviting investors and entrepreneurs to collaborate with us in developing a robust and competitive maritime sector that will create jobs and boost the national economy.

The statement which was made available to Maritime Bits also quoted Mobereola expressing appreciation to the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah and the leadership of the Enugu Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ECCIMA) for hosting the trade fair, which he described as a vital platform for business networking and investment drive.

Maritime Bits had reported that NIMASA plays a key role in promoting Nigeria’s blue economy in Nigeria with its promotional responsibilities, being part of its mandate to regulate maritime activities and ensure sustainable use of ocean resources.

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