From 7th right: Executive Director Operations, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Engr. Fatai Taiye Adeyemi; Director General NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola; Executive Director, Finance and Administration, NIMASA, Chudi Offodile; Executive Director, Maritime Labour and Cabotage Services, Jibril Abba; Head SERVICOM NIMASA, Hajia Rakiya Lamai and other staff of the SERVICOM Unit in NIMASA during the commemoration of the 2025 International Customer Service Week in Lagos.

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has officially kicked off its 2025 Customer Service Week celebrations, aligning with the global theme “Mission: Possible”.

The Agency is using the annual observance to reaffirm its commitment to transforming customer challenges into opportunities and delivering exceptional service to advance the Nigerian maritime sector.

Speaking during the launch, Director General/CEO of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, emphasised that “effective service delivery remains central to the Agency’s mandate”, adding that “excellence must begin internally before extending to external stakeholders”.

He stressed the need for a unified approach, saying, “providing service is paramount, both internally and externally. We must remain prepared, committed, and available to solve problems together as a team. Excellence in service delivery defines who we are and what we represent”.

Mobereola also highlighted teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement as critical factors for institutional growth and building public trust.

From 2nd right: Assistant Director, Hydrography Unit, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dankura Adamu; Head, SERVICOM NIMASA, Hajia Rekiya Lamai; Deputy Director, Shipping Promotion, NIMASA, Dr Rex Elem; Deputy Director SERVICOM, Chinyere Ezike ; Assistant Director SERVICOM NIMASA, Chika Chukwudi and others during the the 2025 International Customer Service Week at the NIMASA office in Apapa, Lagos

The Head of the SERVICOM Unit, Hajiya Rakiyyah Lammai, expressed appreciation to the Director General for his unwavering support in enhancing customer service structures within the Agency. She remarked that “this year’s theme aptly reflects the dedication and resilience of the Agency’s staff in upholding service quality”.

The 2025 Customer Service Week was marked across NIMASA offices nationwide through a series of recognition programmes, engagement activities, and customer feedback sessions, all aimed at strengthening a culture of responsiveness and efficiency.

At the Agency’s headquarters, the event was attended by Executive Directors and Management Staff, who collectively reaffirmed their commitment to providing top-tier service to stakeholders.

Director Marine Environment Management, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Heaky Dimowo (middle); Director, Marine Environment Management, NIMASA, Dr Oma Offodile (5th Left); Head, SERVICOM NIMASA, Hajia Rekiya Lamai (5th right) and others at the event.
 

As NIMASA continues to drive safety, security, and sustainability in Nigeria’s maritime domain, the 2025 Customer Service Week serves as a reminder that service excellence remains the cornerstone of effective public service.

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