The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has called for renewed innovation, collaboration and strategic policy implementation to unlock Nigeria’s vast maritime potential.
He made the call in Lagos Thursday while unveiling the maiden newsletter of the International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION), describing the publication as a major step towards strengthening institutional growth, transparency and stakeholder engagement in the maritime sector.
Abbas noted that the newsletter would serve as a vital platform for knowledge-sharing, documentation of progress and promotion of excellence within Nigeria’s blue economy space.
“This is not just a publication, but a strategic tool to inspire innovation, unity and sustained development in the maritime sector,” he said.
The event coincided with the opening of a three-day executive programme on Nigeria’s Blue Economy Policy, bringing together key stakeholders across government, academia and industry.
In his remarks, IMION director-general, Rear Admiral TC Udofia (rtd), said Nigeria is strategically positioned to benefit from the blue economy, citing its extensive coastline, inland waterways, and location in the Gulf of Guinea.