The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to diversifying Nigeria’s maritime industry to maximize economic benefits for the country.
Dr. Mobereola made this declaration during an interactive session with maritime media in Lagos, emphasizing the potential of the blue economy to become a significant contributor to Nigeria’s GDP in line with President Bola Tinubu’s vision for the sector.
He highlighted the agency’s determination to succeed where predecessors failed, particularly in empowering local seafarers to boost productivity in the maritime sector.
Regarding the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF), Dr. Mobereola explained that the delay in fund disbursement is due to careful planning to avoid past mistakes.
He noted that the maritime industry has undergone changes since the last disbursement and requires adequate planning to achieve efficiency.
The NIMASA DG assured that when disbursements begin, they will be sustained to achieve economic development through employment and business growth for investors in the blue economy.
He emphasized that the CVFF will not only focus on vessels but also ensure the availability of cargoes to sustain continuous operations.
Dr. Mobereola also discussed the agency’s efforts to utilize its assets productively, including a recent visit to the modular floating dock to assess its commercial viability.
He assured that a detailed plan will be developed to guarantee job placement for maritime cadets and graduates.
Overall, Dr. Mobereola’s statements demonstrate NIMASA’s commitment to transforming Nigeria’s maritime industry, creating jobs, and contributing significantly to the country’s GDP.
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