The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has pledged regulatory leadership and technical coordination to deliver a robust national maritime decarbonisation action plan.
The commitment was conveyed on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in Lagos during a national workshop on the IMO GreenVoyage2050 Project programme.
Director-General, Dr Dayo Mobereola, described the workshop as a critical step towards achieving the Federal Government’s blue economy and climate objectives.
Mobereola, represented by Executive Director, Operations, Mr. Fatai Adeyemi, underscored the project’s importance in supporting developing countries to implement the IMO greenhouse gas strategy.
He said the emerging national action plan would reflect national realities, leverage existing capacity, address gaps and align with broader economic and environmental priorities.
“The transition is not merely about compliance with international obligations. It is about safeguarding the marine environment and national interest,” Mobereola said.
He added that the shift would protect public health, strengthen the blue economy and ensure Nigeria’s maritime industry remains competitive and future-ready.
Also speaking, Mrs. Astrid Dispert, Technical Manager of the IMO GreenVoyage2050 Project, stressed the initiative’s goal of advancing a coherent, globally aligned regulatory framework.
She emphasised NIMASA’s pivotal role in driving the project nationally and coordinating stakeholders toward effective maritime decarbonisation.
“The IMO GreenVoyage2050 Project provides technical expertise and institutional support to help countries develop and implement national action plans promoting sustainable shipping and clean technologies.
“Through this collaboration, the Federal Government is taking deliberate steps towards maritime decarbonisation and reinforcing its commitment to global climate goals,” she said.
By Aisha Cole