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Nigeria’s Election into IMO Council a Testament to NIMASA’s Dedication – FG”
By prince Benson Davies
The Federal Government has commended the Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, for his outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s successful election into Category C of the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for the 2026-2027 biennium.
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Hon. Adegboyega Oyetola, praised Dr. Mobereola’s strategic leadership and instrumental role in securing Nigeria’s victory at the IMO Council elections held in London. The Minister noted that Dr. Mobereola’s engagement with IMO Member States and effective campaign management were pivotal to Nigeria’s resounding success.
The Minister commended Dr. Mobereola for demonstrating Nigeria’s maritime potential and reforms, thereby bolstering the nation’s standing in the global maritime community. He expressed confidence in Dr. Mobereola’s continued contributions towards advancing Nigeria’s maritime ambitions.
Dr. Mobereola attributed the success of the election to the dedication of NIMASA staff and the support of stakeholders. He reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to sustaining collaboration with the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy and called for renewed dedication across the Agency to justify Nigeria’s election into the IMO Council.
