The Founder of Le Look House of Bags, Chief (Mrs.) Chinwe Ezenwa, has recognised the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) as a media beat group that have made invaluable Imprints in the maritime industry.
Ezenwa who was an erstwhile Director in the Federal Ministry of Transportation before her retirement over a decade ago was full of praise for what members of MARAN have done to create an impact since the establishment of the association more than 30 years ago.
She stated this in Lagos recently when MARAN presented her a plaque in appreciation of her generous contribution to the successful hosting of the 2024 edition of MARAN maritime annual lecture (MAMAL) which took place at Providence Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos.
The maritime guru who has made a mark in the trade subsector, said MARAN’s strides have impacted the sustainable developments of the maritime sector of the economy.
Publisher, Maritime Bits, Rev. John Iwori, a prominent member of MARAN made the presentation to Ezenwa on behalf of the association.
Ezenwa who was also the former Acting Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) stated that the efforts of the association cannot be eroded.
She stated that MARAN has done well in consistently bringing burning issues in the maritime industry to the public domain over the years.
“I was not expecting this. Help me thank your President and every member of MARAN that I have received this award whole heartedly. Thank you very much for this kind gesture.
“I appreciate every one of you. Thank you and God bless you for this kind gesture,” she added.
Ezenwa who is also the Managing Director and CEO, Ocean Serve and Logistics Limited reiterated her resolve to continue to contribute in her own little way to the sustainable development of the maritime industry.
On behalf of MARAN, Iwori thanked the septuagenarian for her warm welcome.
MARAN is the foremost media beat association in the maritime industry established about 35 years ago.