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MARITIME DIPLOMACY: NIGERIA, TANZANIA TO SHARE MARITIME ADMINISTRATION KNOWLEDGE. 

By Anne Ejuka

 ...AS EAST AFRICAN NATION PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR NIGERIA'S IMO CATEGORY C BID. 


Director General, NIMASA, Dr Dayo Mobereola (right) presenting a souvenir to the Head of the Delegation/Vice Chairman of TASAC, Rukia D. Shamte during a study visit by TASAC to the NIMASA headquarters in Lagos


The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, and the Tanzanian counterpart, the Tanzania Shipping Agencies Corporation ,TASAC, have deepened cooperation in knowledge sharing in the areas of Flag and Port State Control, Seafarer Development and Certification, Cabotage regime implementation, Maritime Security, and digital transformation of processes among others. 


This was the thrust of deliberations during a working visit by the Maritime Administration of the East African nation to NIMASA led by Rukia D Shante, Vice Chairman, TASAC who also announced the support of the Tanzanian Government for Nigeria's bid to seek election into Category C at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council.


The Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, described the relationship as mutually beneficial as it would serve as a foundation for a strategic long-term collaboration between Nigeria and Tanzania.  


R-L: SA-DG,  NIMASA, Olatunji Ahmed; Executive Director, Maritime Labour and Cabotage Services, NIMASA, Jibril Abba; Director General NIMASA, Dr Dayo Mobereola; Vice Chairman, Tanzania Shipping Agencies Corporation, TASAC, Rukia D. Shamte; Director, Maritime Safety, Security and Environmental Protection, TASAC, Leticia Mutaki and Executive Director Operations, NIMASA, Engr. Fatai Taiye Adeyemi during a study visit by TASAC to the NIMASA headquarters in Lagos

According to him, this study visit represents a valuable opportunity for our agencies to share expertise, best practices, and innovative solutions to common maritime challenges. We are not only here to share what we’ve achieved, but also to learn from TASAC. We view this as a mutually beneficial partnership and our Honorable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, CON had endorsed the initiative. 


In his opening remarks, the Director General TASAC, Mr Mohammed Salumu applauded NIMASA’s regulatory reforms and technical progress, particularly in maritime security and seafarers development while also indicating Tanzania's intention to throw its weight behind Nigeria's IMO Category C bid. 


Salumu who was represented by Mrs. Leticia Mutaki, Director of Maritime Safety, Security and Environmental Protection, TASAC, stated that, "Our presence here today reflects the strong and growing cooperation between our two institutions and of our shared commitment to advancing maritime safety, security and environmental stewardship across the African continent". 


“Your Deep Blue security framework is impressive, and your investments in human capacity development are commendable. Tanzania is keen to learn from your systems, especially in areas of certification, flag state inspections, and seafarer welfare.”


Speaking on Nigeria's quest for a Category C seat at the International Maritime Organization.Council, she stated that, “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,”


 


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