Press Releases
SHIPOWNERS ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA COMMENDS NIMASA FOR INSTITUTIONAL REFORMS
The Shipowners Association of Nigeria (SOAN) has commended the leadership of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for the Agency’s reforms that continue to strengthen the maritime sector. The SOAN President, Mr. Sonny Eja, who said this when...
NIMASA: IYELOLU APPOINTED REGISTRAR OF SHIPS
The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola, has approved the appointment of Barrister Adenike Adeyele Iyelolu as the Registrar of Ships for the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Her appointment, which is for a four-year tenure,...
MARITIME LABOUR E-PLATFORM WILL BOOST COMPETITIVENESS – NIMASA.
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has expressed confidence that the Maritime Labour E-Platform would boost the sector's competitiveness as it hosted a workshop to sensitize users of the portal through practical demonstrations and...
AT 2025 DAY OF THE DOCKWORKER, STAKEHOLKDERS PRIORITIZE SAFETY.
• As Oyetola commends Dockworkers contributions to Nigeria’s maritime development. In line with its commitment to ensuring improved working conditions for Nigerian dockworkers, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) in partnership with the...
NIMASA DG ADVOCATES EFFECTIVE PORT STATE CONTROL FOR SAFER SHIPPING
The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola has noted that effective Port State Control (PSC) is one of the most potent tools of ensuring global safety and maintenance of environmental standards in...
NIGERIA, DENMARK PLEDGE TO DEEPEN MARITIME TIES
The government of Denmark has pledged its continued support for Nigeria's maritime sector development while seeking to explore new areas of economic partnerships. This was disclosed by the Danish Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Jens Ole Bach Jansen, during his recent visit...
BLUE ECONOMY TAKES CENTRE STAGE AS NIMASA HOSTS 4TH ADMIRALTY LAW COLLOQUIUM.
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) have identified the judiciary as a major partner in the realization of the benefits of the Blue Economy in Nigeria. The Director General, Dr Dayo Mobereola said this at the 4th Edition of the Admiralty...
NIMASA ACCREDITS 27 REGISTERED SHIPYARDS FOR OPERATION IN NIGERIA.
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA has accredited 27 registered shipyards across the country. This is in accordance with its mandate enshrined in Section 22 of the NIMASA Act, 2007, and sections 335-339 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2007,...
IMO SECRETARY-GENERAL ARSENIO DOMINGUEZ COMMENDS NIGERIA FOR EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION OF IMO INSTRUMENTS
The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Mr. Arsenio Dominguez, has commended Nigeria for strengthening its maritime administration and advancing the effective implementation of IMO instruments. In a letter dated October 9, 2025, and...
NIMASA Reshuffles Management Team for Enhanced Efficiency
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has announced a strategic redeployment of its management staff as part of efforts to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery in line with its core mandate. Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo...
NAVAL OFFICERS FROM 20 COUNTRIES VISIT NIMASA C4I CENTER FOR KNOWLEDGE SHARING
Naval Officers from 20 countries across the world currently on the Siren Course onboard the LHD TONNERRE have visited the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for a knowledge-sharing engagement aimed at strengthening maritime security...
NIMASA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO SERVICE EXCELLENCE AS IT MARKS 2025 CUSTOMER SERVICE WEEK
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA has officially launched its 2025 Customer Service Week celebrations under the inspiring global theme, “Mission: Possible.” The Agency is leveraging this annual celebration to reaffirm its commitment to...
