The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has emphasised the crucial role of the judiciary in realising the benefits of the Blue Economy in Nigeria.
The Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, made this assertion at the 4th Edition of the Admiralty Law Colloquium in Lagos, themed “Charting the Course of Nigeria’s Blue Economy.”
Dr. Mobereola highlighted the importance of the judiciary in interpreting extant maritime laws, improving industry standards, and aiding the development of the Blue Economy.
He stated, “Nigeria’s Blue Economy requires an all-hands-on-deck approach, with the Judiciary as a crucial actor, where interpretation of legal instruments and case decisions remains a vital tool for the sustainable development of Nigeria’s Blue Economy.”
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Motonmori Olatokumbo Kekere-Ekun, commended NIMASA and the National Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (NIALS) for co-hosting the colloquium.
She emphasised that the judiciary must play an active role in steering the ship of justice through the complex waters of maritime development to ensure that Nigeria’s Blue Economy becomes a tangible driver of growth, equity, and sustainability.
The colloquium featured presentations from renowned maritime law experts, Dr. Emeka Akabogu SAN and Dr. Chukwuchefu Ukatta, who highlighted the imperative of synergy between judicial processes and the development of the Blue Economy in Nigeria.
A panel discussion and interactive session followed, providing a platform for attendees to engage with the topic.
The Admiralty Law Colloquium is an annual event organised by NIMASA in partnership with NIALS and supported by the National Judicial Institute (NJI).
Its purpose is to facilitate discussions on maritime law, focusing on improving adjudication, enhancing maritime security, and advancing the Nigerian Blue Economy.
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