Nigeria has continued to push for election into the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council as the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr. Olufemi Oloruntola, recently led a high-level delegation to the 30th Session of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) in Kingston, Jamaica.
The delegation included the Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, and the Director of Maritime Safety and Security at the Ministry, Mr. Babatunde Bombata.
The visit marked a significant step in Nigeria’s campaign for election into the Council of IMO, leveraging the shared membership of the 167 ISA member states who are also members of the IMO. The delegation engaged in high-level discussions on key issues such as deep-sea mining regulations, environmental protection, capacity building, and strategic economic planning for the Blue Economy sector.
These engagements underscored Nigeria’s commitment to aligning its maritime development agenda with international best practices and environmental sustainability. The delegation’s participation in the ISA session demonstrates Nigeria’s proactive approach to global maritime governance and its dedication to advancing the nation’s maritime interests.