NIMASA Provides Collaborative Technical Assistance To Sao Tome And Principe
LAGOS FEBRUARY 18TH (NEWSRANGERS)-The Director General (DG) of Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr Bashir Jamoh has reiterated that it has become imperative for African countries particularly in the Gulf of Guinea to assist one another to ensure proper harnessing of the regional maritime potential.
Dr Jamoh, who was represented by the Agency’s Director of Special Duties, Mr. Isichei Osamgbi further explained that for them to harness the vast opportunities which they have to the best of our abilities, the Gulf of Guinea is one of the area where that is most needed as encouraged by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO).
The DG explained that evidences in the past have shown that when nations and organizations work together with each bringing in their vast areas of strength, they tend to develop faster and grow their economies better.
On his part Nigerian Ambassador to São Tomé, Ambassador Gambo Yusuf Hamza commended the management of NIMASA, adding that the recent achievements in the Gulf of Guinea has improved the image of Nigeria in the country.
He stated further that considering that no nation can singlehandedly tackle transnational crimes such as piracy and trafficking in arms, it has become expedient for cluster of nations across the world to cooperate, join resources and fight criminal elements in our waterways. He acknowledged NIMASA leading effort in the fight against piracy and ensure the safety and waterways in the region.
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