The Governing Board of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has pledged unwavering support to the Agency’s Executive Management in fulfilling its mandate. At the Board’s inaugural meeting in Lagos, Chairman Yusuf Hamisu Abubakar assured that the Board would work closely with management to advance NIMASA’s objectives, with the ultimate goal of building […]
By Temitope Adebayo The maritime workers under the auspices of the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) have commended the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for doing a marvellous job as far as seafarers’ welfare is concerned. This is as Nigeria joins the rest of the world to commemorate the International Maritime Organization […]
BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO In alignment with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has received commendation from the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) for its forward-thinking approach to institutional reforms. Speaking during a two-day sensitisation workshop in Lagos, the Director General of BPSR, Dr. Dasuki Ibrahim Arabi, commended […]
By Dooyum Naadzenga The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has emerged as a flagship example of institutional excellence, earning high praise from the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) for its pioneering approach to digital transformation and operational efficiency. The commendation came during a two-day sensitization workshop held in Lagos, yesterday where Dr. […]
By Dooyum Naadzenga The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has announced a collaboration with the Tanzania Shipping Agencies Corporation (TASAC) aimed at enhancing maritime administration through knowledge sharing. This collaboration comes as Tanzania pledges its support for Nigeria’s bid for a Category C seat at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council. During a […]
BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Port Facility Security Officers Forum of Nigeria (PFSOFN) are in discussions to develop a National Maritime Security Strategy aimed at enhancing the security of the nation’s ports. Speaking at the end of a one day Maritime Security Conference hosted by NIMASA, which […]
By Dooyum Naadzenga The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has got the nod from the House of Representatives regarding the disbursement of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF). This backing comes as the agency prepares to expedite the release of funds that have been a long-standing challenge for over two decades. The announcement […]
BY TEMITOPE ADEBAYO The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has affirmed that it is taking strategic steps to enhance local participation and encourage investment in the maritime sector under the supervision of the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy. The Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, who disclosed this recently while receiving […]
BY TEMTOPE ADEBAYO The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a level playing field and creating an enabling environment for businesses in Nigeria’s maritime sector. The Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, made this known while receiving the Executive Members of the Nigerian Merchant Navy Officers and […]
…happy it has stopped piracy, Sea robbery By Haruna Salami Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has expressed optimism that it will be able to meet its 2025 budget target of N560 billion for the the 2025 fiscal year. The Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Moboreola stated this Wednesday at the budget defence […]
*As Military renews strategy against insurgents By Dooyum Naadzenga The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has reiterated its dedication to partnering with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in combating drug abuse and trafficking in Nigeria’s maritime sector. This commitment was highlighted during a recent visit by NDLEA Chairman Brig. Gen. Mohammed […]
By Isaac Job The Federal House of Representatives Committee on Maritime Safety , Education and Administration said it will investigate 39 abandoned projects littered at Maritime Academy of Nigeria ,Oron before the projects were by the present Rector retired Commodore Dejua Emmanuel Effedua in the institution. Speaking during the House Committee oversight functions at Maritime […]
By Temitope Adebayo The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has frowned on a “campaign of calumny” in social media, against the Director General, Dr Bashir Jamoh. A statement by the Agency’s spokesman, Osagie Edward, urged the public to disregard what is being circulated because it is the same allegation raised in 2021 for […]
By Temitope Adebayo The Nigerian Maritime and Safety Administration (NIMASA) has commenced preparations for the deployment of a Modular Floating Dock. The agency has moved the Floating Dock to a jetty at the Standard Flour Mills in Apapa in preparation for the movement to the scheduled operational base at the Continental Shipyard, Apapa. In a […]
The Nigerian Maritime and Safety Administration (NIMASA) has begun preparations to deploy the modular floating dock at Apapa Continental Shipyard. Its Director-General, Dr Bashir Jamoh, Director- General, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos. Jamoh said that the agency had moved the floating dock to a jetty at the Standard Flour Mills in […]
By Temitope Adebayo The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) said within the next six months, the agency will resolve the delay in the disbursement of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF). The Director-General of NIMASA, Bashir Jamoh made this known yesterday, during a courtesy visit by members of the Nigerian Chambers of Shipping […]
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) says the bottleneck affecting the disbursement of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) will be addressed in the next six months. The Director-General of NIMASA, Dr Bashir Jamoh, said this when the Managing Director of Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Shipping, Mr. Panos Gliatis, with the members […]
By Temitope Adebayo The Management of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, led by the Executive Secretary, Barrister Akuta Pius Ukeyima paid a working visit to the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). The Director General of NIMASA, Dr Bashir Jamoh OFR, in his welcome address, noted the role enabling acts play in the performance and […]
By Temitope Adebayo Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has said it will ensure that Nigeria shipping is run in line with global best practices. The agency stated this at a one-day workshop on maritime codes and conventions for maritime reporters organised by NIMASA in Lagos in collaboration with MaxVal Associates Training and Management […]
By Temitope Adebayo The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Nigerian Navy have inaugurated eight-man committee to establish ways in which the synergy between both organs of government can be channeled into creating a welcoming environment for investment in the blue economy. The Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command, Rear Admiral Mustapha […]