President Bola Tinubu on Friday pledged Nigeria’s commitment to deepening collaboration with the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), describing the maritime sector as central to the country’s long-term economic diversification agenda.
Receiving IMO Secretary-General, Arsenio Dominguez, in Lagos, Tinubu said his administration is positioning the maritime industry as a viable alternative to fossil energy and a catalyst for sustainable growth. He pointed to the recent adoption of the National Maritime Policy as a deliberate move to align with global standards and boost Nigeria’s competitiveness on the international stage.
Dominguez commended Nigeria’s progress in maritime safety and security, particularly in tackling piracy in the Gulf of Guinea. He assured that the UN agency would continue to work closely with the government to consolidate gains and strengthen industry capacity.
The visit, led by the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, brought together senior stakeholders, including the heads of NIMASA, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) and the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA).
