Shippers Council Partners Niger Delta University To Foster Maritime Education

The Nigerian Shippers’ Council has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with key stakeholders in the maritime industry, including Niger Delta University (NDU).

According to a statement on Wednesday , this pledge was made by the Executive Secretary and CEO of Nigerian Shippers’ Council, Akutah Pius Ukeyima., during a meeting with a delegation from the University at the Council’s headquarters in Lagos.

Dr. Akutah emphasized the importance of strategic collaborations in advancing the maritime sector, citing the creation of the Marine and Blue Economy Ministry by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a deliberate effort to diversify Nigeria’s economic resources.

He also highlighted the need for continuous training and capacity development to enhance service quality, improve efficiency, and boost the nation’s economy.

The NSC boss revealed that the NSC Bill, recently passed by both chambers of the National Assembly and awaiting presidential assent will empower the agency to strengthen capacity-building initiatives and increase awareness of its regulatory functions.

The Director Regulatory Services Department of the Council, Mrs. Ogbonnah Margaret, reiterated the Council’s commitment to prioritizing training and human capital development.

She called for a partnership between the Council and NDU in areas such as industrial training opportunities for students and access to the NSC’s library to support research and academic work.

The meeting underscored the mutual benefits of a strong partnership between Nigerian Shippers’ Council and Niger Delta University in fostering maritime education, research, and workforce development in Nigeria. Prof. Jonah Avevene, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of NDU, expressed optimism that this partnership would contribute significantly to the advancement of maritime education and industry-driven research in Nigeria.