President Bola Tinubu has recently appointed Dr. Dayo Mobereola as the Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), marking a new chapter for the agency.
Dr. Mobereola assumes office following the conclusion of Mr. Bashir Jamoh’s tenure and brings a wealth of experience to the position. Tasked with a renewable term of four years, he aims to steer NIMASA towards upholding world-class standards in various crucial aspects of maritime operations.
Brief Background
Dr. Mobereola’s educational journey began at St. Patrick’s Grammar School in Ibadan before he pursued higher studies abroad. He holds an MSc and a Ph.D in Transport Economics from the University of Wales, UK, and is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Transport in both England and Nigeria.
His academic pursuits delved into critical areas such as Social Development and Welfare, Maritime Safety and Security Management, and Maritime Piracy and Transnational Criminal Activities.
Professional Journey
Upon returning to Nigeria, Dr. Mobereola embarked on a distinguished career path. He served as a Consultant at WS Atkins Watkins in the UK for four years before assuming leadership roles in Nigeria.
Notably, he served as the Managing Director of Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) from 2003 to 2015 and as Commissioner for Transportation in Lagos State from 2015 to 2016.
His international experience includes positions such as Deputy Managing Director and Project Development Director at AFM Consulting Plc in London and Senior Economist at British Petroleum Shipping Limited in London.
Skill Set and Vision
Dr. Mobereola’s extensive tenure has honed his skills in Transportation, Business strategy, Strategic Planning, Management, Operations Management, Consulting, Negotiation, and Project Planning.
His assignment is guided by the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, H.E. Adegboyega Oyetola, and aligned with the sector’s policies and programs.
NIMASA’s Journey
NIMASA, established on August 1, 2006, emerged from the merger of the National Maritime Authority and the Joint Maritime Labour Industrial Council. The agency plays a pivotal role in regulating and promoting maritime activities in Nigeria, ensuring safety, security, and compliance with international standards.
With Dr. Mobereola at the helm, NIMASA is poised to navigate the challenges and opportunities within the maritime sector, advancing Nigeria’s position as a maritime powerhouse on the global stage.
