NIMASA, NPA Chiefs to Attend PFSON Annual Conference

The Port Security Officers Forum of Nigeria (PFSON) has finalised arrangements to celebrate 20 years of implementing the International Ships and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code, established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), at its 2024 annual conference just as event will feature the participation of the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) and the Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA).

In a statement, PFSON Chairman Mr. Adewole Gege highlighted the significance of the milestone, emphasizing that the conference would serve as a platform to review achievements over the past two decades and renew the commitment to strengthening maritime security and efficiency.

Themed, “Charting the Future of Maritime Security: Two Decades of ISPS Code Implementation and Emerging Challenges in Nigeria’s Waters,” the conference aims to provide a forum for knowledge exchange and partnership-building to address the future of maritime security in Nigeria.

Gege said: “This year’s conference underscores the vital role maritime security plays in shaping our nation’s economic and social progress.. “We are privileged to host esteemed dignitaries, including the Director General of NIMASA and the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, whose leadership has significantly advanced maritime safety and security in Nigeria.”

 “We also welcome representatives from key agencies such as the Nigeria Customs Service, Immigration Service, Nigeria Police, NDLEA, Nigerian Navy, Port Authority Police, Marine Police, and notable maritime associations. Your participation reaffirms our collective dedication to addressing the unique challenges and opportunities within the maritime sector.

“The conference promises an engaging lineup, starting with a keynote address from a distinguished guest speaker, followed by thought-provoking presentations and a panel discussion on innovative strategies for addressing current and emerging security issues in Nigerian waters,” he said.