The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has emphasized the need for innovative financing models to drive sustainable development in Africa’s maritime industry.
Mobereola made this declaration at the 7th Association of African Maritime Administrations (AAMA) conference in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
According to Mobereola, Nigeria is committed to collaborating with regional and international partners to enhance safety, security, decarbonization, and the marine environment for a sustainable future.
He stressed that innovative financing models and international support are crucial for facilitating sustainable growth in the maritime sector.
Mobereola highlighted Nigeria’s priorities at the AAMA conference, including exploring collaborative avenues to enhance maritime safety and security.
He emphasized the importance of reinforcing adherence to frameworks like the Djibouti and Yaoundé Codes of Conduct to combat piracy and maritime crime across West Africa.
The AAMA conference provides a platform for African maritime administrations to build joint positions on issues of common concern in the maritime sector.
The association has created a platform to strengthen cooperation at the regional, continental, and international levels, harmonizing policies and goals essential for the growth of the African maritime sector.
In his remarks, Mobereola called on regional and international partners to support Nigeria’s efforts to develop its maritime sector through technical and financial backing.
He emphasized that innovative financing models are essential for achieving sustainable development in Africa’s maritime industry.
The NIMASA DG’s call for innovative financing models resonates with the need for sustainable development in Africa’s maritime sector.
As the sector continues to grow, it is essential to explore new financing models that can support its development while ensuring environmental sustainability and social responsibility.
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