The government of Denmark has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the growth and modernisation of Nigeria’s maritime sector, while exploring new avenues for economic collaboration.
This was disclosed by the Danish Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Jens Ole Bach Jansen, during a courtesy visit to the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) headquarters in Lagos.
Jansen highlighted the longstanding maritime relationship between both nations—one that spans several decades and has seen substantial Danish investment through both government initiatives and private companies operating in Nigeria’s maritime industry.
He expressed optimism about expanding cooperation, particularly in the training of seafarers, maritime security, and capacity development.
Welcoming the delegation, NIMASA Director General, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, commended Denmark for its consistent partnership and contributions to Nigeria’s maritime advancement.
“On behalf of the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy and the Nigerian Government, I extend our sincere appreciation to the Danish Government for its longstanding support. Danish companies have made significant contributions across various maritime sectors, and we are confident this partnership will continue to grow”, Mobereola said.
Over the years, cooperation between both countries has focused on training, professional development, maritime security, and efforts to enhance Nigeria’s digital maritime infrastructure. Danish firms, including APM Terminals, have made notable investments in port facilities across Lagos, Onne, and Kano.
Denmark is also supporting initiatives like the Ship-in-a-Box (SIAB) simulator project, developed in collaboration with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), aimed at strengthening the skills of Nigerian maritime law enforcement officers in Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) operations.