L-R: Director General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola; Representative of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Hon. Emmanuel Akomoye Agim, JSC CFR; Hon. Justice E.O Williams – Dawodu, and Hon. Justice Ayokunle O. Faji during the 4th Nigerian Admiralty Law Colloquium in Lagos.
The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has emphasized that Nigeria’s judiciary holds the anchor to unlocking the full potential of the nation’s blue economy.
Speaking at the 4th edition of the Admiralty Law Colloquium in Lagos, themed “Charting the Course of Nigeria’s Blue Economy,” Dr. Mobereola underscored that the courts play a pivotal role in interpreting maritime laws and resolving industry disputes, which are vital to fostering sustainable growth in the maritime sector.
He described the judiciary as a “strategic partner” in Nigeria’s quest to harness the wealth of its vast maritime resources, noting that legal clarity and enforcement are the backbone of a thriving blue economy.
Pic 4: Group photograph during the 4th Nigerian Admiralty Law Colloquium in Lagos
“Our blue economy requires an all-hands-on-deck approach — and the judiciary stands as a crucial actor,” Mobereola stated. “The interpretation of legal instruments and court decisions are essential tools for ensuring sustainable development within Nigeria’s maritime landscape.”
According to him, the growing focus on the blue economy reflects a new era of national commitment to maritime prosperity, where law, policy, and industry collaboration must sail together toward shared economic progress.
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