The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the National Hydrographic Agency are collaborating to enhance maritime safety through the increased use of locally developed nautical charts and hydrographic communication tools.
This formed the thrust of deliberations when the chief Executive officer of the National Hydrographic Agency Rear Admiral Olumide Fadahunsi, paid a working visit to the management of NIMASA.
He commended the management of NIMASA for its commitment towards maritime safety and development and assured continuous cooperation in the provision of hydrographic services to Nigeria’s maritime sector.
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He noted that increased compliance with locally generated hydrographic information would improve navigational safety, maritime security and the effective management of Nigeria’s territorial waters.
“Hydrography remains a critical component of maritime safety and national development,”he said.
According him, Strengthening collaboration between the National Hydrographic Agency and NIMASA will enhance navigational safety, improve maritime security, and support sustainable growth within Nigeria’s maritime domain.
The Director General of NIMASA, Dr Dayo Mobereola stated that “the Agency was focused on strengthening Maritime Safety Information infrastructure, enhancing enforcement strategies, and promoting continuous capacity building to improve hydrographic services in Nigeria.”
He noted that collaboration among maritime institutions remained vital to achieving safer and more efficient waterways across the nation.
“At NIMASA, we recognise that effective collaboration among maritime institutions is essential to achieving safer and more efficient waterways.
“We remain committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen maritime safety, improve operational standards, and enhance the overall growth of Nigeria’s maritime sector,” Mobereola explained.
The collaboration is expected to strengthen maritime administration and support NIMASA’s statutory mandate of ensuring safety of navigation and shipping in line with the provisions of the NIMASA Act, particularly through the deployment and enforcement of accurate and up-to-date navigational charts for efficient maritime operations.
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