The Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to advancing maritime decarbonisation, promoting green shipping, and strengthening marine environmental protection in line with global efforts to build a more sustainable maritime industry.
Mobereola gave the assurance during a strategic meeting with the Chief Executive Officer of Natural Eco Capital Limited, Dr. Eugene Itua, where both parties explored initiatives aimed at accelerating Nigeria’s transition to a cleaner and more environmentally sustainable maritime sector.
At the meeting, Itua presented the Nigerian Green Shipping Excellence Programme (NGSEP) and the Green Maritime Recognition Scheme (GMRS), outlining their potential to drive maritime decarbonisation, encourage the adoption of cleaner technologies, attract climate investments, and position Nigeria as a regional leader in sustainable shipping.
Responding, the NIMASA Director-General commended the initiative, stressing that collaboration between government, the private sector, and other stakeholders remains vital to achieving Nigeria’s environmental sustainability goals.
He noted that innovative and practical partnerships are essential to tackling climate change, protecting the marine environment, and enhancing the competitiveness of Nigeria’s maritime industry.
The proposed initiatives are expected to support Nigeria’s transition to a low-carbon maritime sector while contributing to the sustainable growth of the nation’s marine and blue economy.