The Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Dr Dayo Mobereola, has received an award of recognition from his alma mater, St Patrick’s Grammar School, Ibadan, in appreciation of his impactful mentorship and commitment to the development of younger generations.

The Deputy Director and Head of Public Relations at NIMASA, Osagie Edward, announced this in a statement over the weekend obtained by The PUNCH.

According to the statement, the recognition was conferred during the school’s 64th Founders’ Day celebration, held in Ibadan, where the Director-General joined other alumni and stakeholders to celebrate the institution’s enduring legacy of excellence.

Commenting on the award, Mobereola expressed profound appreciation to the school’s management and the Old Boys’ Association for the honour, noting that the recognition holds deep personal significance.

He reflected on his formative years at the school, saying, “Attending the 64th Founders’ Day of St Patrick’s Grammar School, Ibadan, brought back a flood of nostalgic memories.

“Fifty years after walking through those gates where many of my formative years were shaped, I remain deeply grateful for the friendships, guidance from teachers, and the bond of classmates. I also wish sincerely to appreciate the Old Boys’ Association for the recognition accorded me this year. I do not take this honour for granted.”

Mobereola reiterated his commitment to mentoring younger people, saying, “I remain committed to serving as a role model to the younger generation and to mentoring young men as they navigate their own paths.”

He further encouraged the students to remain focused, disciplined, and committed to excellence, emphasising the importance of mentorship and positive role models in achieving success.