The Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has commended the contributions of women to the development of Nigeria’s maritime industry.
In a goodwill message to mark the 2026 International Women’s Day with the theme “Give to Gain,” Mobereola celebrated the strength, expertise and invaluable role of women in advancing the sector. He noted that the maritime industry has continued to record progress, innovation and sustainable growth largely due to the dedication and professionalism of women.
According to him, women across various segments of the industry have demonstrated leadership, resilience and excellence in their respective roles.
“I celebrate your strength, expertise and invaluable contributions to our maritime industry,” he said.
“The theme #GiveToGain reflects your daily impact. Through your professionalism, leadership and resilience across sea-going, regulatory, technical and administrative roles, you give excellence and our sector gains progress, innovation and sustainable growth.”
A statement issued by NIMASA’s Deputy Director and Head of Public Relations, Osagie Edward, explained that the Director-General commended the dedication of women in the industry and reaffirmed his commitment to building an inclusive maritime sector.
Mobereola stressed the need for a maritime environment where women are fully empowered to lead and thrive, noting that gender inclusion remains critical to the sustainable growth of the industry.
International Women’s Day is a global observance aimed at drawing attention to the challenges faced by women and the need to promote gender equity. This year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” focuses on investing in women through access to resources, education and mentorship to create a stronger and more equitable society.
The theme underscores the idea that empowering women benefits everyone, as economies, communities and workplaces grow stronger when women are supported to reach their full potential.
