Oyetola Inaugurates Inter-ministerial Committee to Secure IMO Seat

Kasim Sumaina in Abuja

The federal government through the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, has commenced moves to get back to the Category ‘C’ of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council seat with the inauguration of an Inter-Ministerial Committee to ensure Nigeria’s success at the election set to hold in November/December, 2024.
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, while inaugurating the committee in Abuja, charged the Inter-Ministerial Committee for Nigeria’s bid into the Category ‘C’ Council of the IMO, to embrace articulating and showcasing Nigeria’s Maritime achievements in soliciting for votes that would ensure the country gets a seat in the IMO Council.
Outlining the terms of reference, the minister called on the committee members to provide a timeline of activities and progress expected to be made, which will serve as a guide prior to the election period.
He further noted that the campaign for the election should include the operational strategies for the campaign alongside soliciting for votes.
At the inauguration of the Inter-Ministerial Committee, the Director General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, (NIMASA) Dr. Dayo Mobereola made a presentation and handed over of the 6 International Maritime Organization (IMO)/International Labour Organization (ILO) instruments.
The DG disclosed that the six conventions have been lying within the ministry and government for the past 6 to 8 years. He therefore appreciated the Honourable Minister for the effort he has put in place into signing the 6 conventions.
The DG disclosed that the 6 conventions form part of the Performance Bond and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) as drawn up by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola.