The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) reiterates its commitment to Nigeria’s ship building and ship repairs capacity
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s shipbuilding and repair capacity.
The Director General of the agency, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, made the reaffirmation during an inspection visit to Nigerdock at Snake Island integrated Free Zone, Lagos recently.
Dr. Mobereola had visited Nigerdock to assess the ongoing maintenance work on one of the Deep Blue Project vessels, the DB Lagos, a special mission vessel used for maritime surveillance and national security operations. The vessel plays a vital role in combating oil theft, smuggling, illegal immigration, and other maritime crimes within Nigeria’s waters.
Speaking during the inspection, Dr. Mobereola expressed satisfaction with the progress made and described the repair work as a clear demonstration of Nigeria’s capability to handle sophisticated ship repairs and construction.
“What I am seeing here today is a testimony to the fact that we have the ability not only to repair but also to build here in Nigeria,” he stated.
The NIMASA DG stressed that the inspection aligns with the vision of the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola, who has prioritized the development of local capacity in shipbuilding and repairs. “We at NIMASA are demonstrating our belief in this vision by maintaining our own vessels here,” Dr. Mobereola added.
He stated further that the visit underscores NIMASA’s drive to promote indigenous maritime infrastructure, enhance national security, and advance sustainable growth in Nigeria’s maritime sector.
Reports of the NIMASA’s DG’s visit to Nigerdock was made available to newsmen via a press statement by the agency’s Head of Public Relations, Mr. Edward Osagie.
