The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) is calling on private individuals and corporate investors to tap into emerging opportunities within Nigeria’s Blue Economy, particularly in the maritime sector.
This call was made by NIMASA’s Director General, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, at the ongoing 36th Enugu International Trade Fair.
Dr. Mobereola, represented by Umar Mohammed, Deputy Director of Planning Research and Data Management Service Department, emphasized NIMASA’s commitment to implementing the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Federal Government.
The agency aims to promote inclusive economic growth through indigenous participation in domestic and international shipping.
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.
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.
NIMASA’s strategic initiatives are being driven through public-private partnerships to ensure sustainability and long-term impact.
The agency is inviting investors and entrepreneurs to collaborate in developing a robust and competitive maritime sector that will create jobs and boost the national economy.
The agency expressed appreciation to the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, and the Enugu Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ECCIMA) for hosting the trade fair, a vital platform for business networking and investment drive.
By promoting the Blue Economy, NIMASA plays a key role in regulating maritime activities and ensuring sustainable use of ocean resources.
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