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Nigeria, Tanzania strengthen maritime ties, back IMO council bid

By Abbas Nazil

Nigeria and Tanzania have reinforced their maritime cooperation through strategic knowledge sharing and institutional collaboration aimed at boosting training, security, and regulatory capacity in the sector.

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Tanzania Shipping Agencies Corporation (TASAC) are expanding ties in areas such as flag and port state control, seafarer development and certification, maritime security, cabotage enforcement, and digital transformation of processes.

The initiative was highlighted during a working visit by a Tanzanian delegation led by Rukia D Shante, Vice Chairman of TASAC, to NIMASA’s headquarters.

A statement released by NIMASA’s Head of Public Relations, Osagie Edwards, it noted that the meeting aimed to solidify bilateral collaboration and promote knowledge exchange on shared maritime interests.

Rukia D Shante also expressed Tanzania’s strong support for Nigeria’s bid to secure a Category C seat on the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council, emphasizing the regional and continental significance of Nigeria’s candidacy.

NIMASA Director-General, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, described the visit as a milestone in strengthening long-term strategic relations between both countries’ maritime regulatory agencies.

He noted that the collaboration would enable both institutions to learn from each other while tackling common maritime challenges.

Mobereola stressed the importance of the partnership, pointing out that the initiative enjoys the full endorsement of Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola.

“This study visit represents a valuable opportunity for our agencies to share expertise, best practices, and innovative solutions,” he said.

On behalf of TASAC, Director-General Mr. Mohammed Salumu, represented by Director of Maritime Safety, Security and Environmental Protection, Mrs. Leticia Mutaki, praised NIMASA’s ongoing reforms and technical achievements.

He particularly highlighted progress in maritime security and human capacity development, describing Nigeria’s “Deep Blue” maritime security framework as impressive.

Salumu underscored Tanzania’s interest in learning from Nigeria’s experiences, especially in areas of certification processes, flag state inspections, and seafarer welfare systems.

Salumu reiterated Tanzania’s backing of Nigeria’s IMO bid, stating, “We believe Nigeria’s position on the IMO Council is vital for the region and the continent at large. Tanzania will continue to support this ambition.”

He emphasized that the collaboration between NIMASA and TASAC symbolizes a growing continental commitment to advancing maritime safety, security, and environmental stewardship.

The renewed cooperation marks a pivotal step toward a stronger African maritime community, leveraging mutual strengths to improve maritime governance and regional development.

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