The Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Dr Dayo Mobereola, reckons that staff welfare and continuous capacity development are central to achieving operational excellence at the Agency.
According to a statement on Sunday by the Head of Public Relations at NIMASA, Osagie Edward, NIMASA DG, made this known at the inaugural Senior Management Retreat for the Agency’s operational staff.
The retreat themed ‘One mission, one team: driving operational excellence’ brought together senior personnel within the operations cadre, whose responsibilities are critical to the daily execution of NIMASA’s statutory mandates.
Mobereola emphasised that the agency’s overall success hinges on the commitment and dedication of its workforce.
He applauded the operational team for their contributions toward advancing Nigeria’s maritime sector.
The DG reiterated NIMASA’s dedication to providing a conducive environment for professional growth.
“Our success as a team depends largely on the commitment of our operational staff,” he noted.
“We will continue to provide an enabling environment that supports capacity development continuously.
Our vision to become the leading maritime administration in Africa, advancing Nigeria’s global maritime goals, is only achievable when staff members remain dedicated to their duties,” Mobereola added.
He further encouraged attendees to internalise the agency’s core values, which serve as a framework for performance, discipline, and professionalism across all levels.
Also speaking at the retreat, the Executive Director of Operations, Fatai Adeyemi, described the forum as a valuable platform for knowledge transfer, team building, and strategic alignment.
He emphasised his commitment to an open-door policy, promoting transparent communication and collaborative problem-solving.
“This retreat marks a new chapter in how we operate. It provides an opportunity to share experiences, strengthen our teamwork, and recommit to our shared mission of delivering maritime excellence,” Adeyemi said.
