From right: The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency Director General, NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola presents a plaque to the Coordinator, Western Zone, NIMASA, Mrs. Gloria Anyasodo during a retreat organised by the Operations Directorate of NIMASA in Lagos.

NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has reaffirmed the commitment of the management under his watch to the welfare of staffers and continuous capacity development to achieve operational excellence in the Agency’s core mandates.

Speaking at the maiden Senior Management Retreat for the Agency’s operational staffers, held under the theme: “One Mission, One Team: Driving Operational Excellence”, which brought together senior personnel within the operations cadre, whose responsibilities are critical to the daily execution of NIMASA’s statutory mandates, Dr. Mobereola pledged that everything was being done to boost staffers’ welfare to enhance their operational efficiency

He further emphasised that the Agency’s overall success hinges on the commitment and dedication of its workforce. He lauded the operational team for their contributions toward advancing Nigeria’s maritime sector and reiterated management’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 on a continuous basis. Our vision to become the leading maritime administration in Africa, advancing Nigeria’s global maritime goals, is only achievable when staff remain dedicated to their duties.”

He further encouraged attendees to internalize the Agency’s core values, “CAPITAL D”, which serve as a framework for performance, discipline, and professionalism across all levels.

NIMASA’s performance-based reward system is being strengthened, with new initiatives such as gift vouchers introduced to encourage excellence. six outstanding staff, who emerged as top performers in 2023 and 2024, were honoured at the retreat. The Director Marine and Environment Management Department, Heaky Dimowo, Co-ordinator Western Zone, Gloria Ayansoda, Port Service controller Calabar Port, Aina Akinbola Aderemi, and Engr. Olayiwola Olanrewaju who emerged as the best District Surveyor. Other awardees are Engr. Moshood Taiwo Akinwumi and Engr. Olumide Olugoke Oyewole who emerged Employees of the years 2023 and 2024 respectively.

Also speaking at the retreat, the Executive Director, Operations, Engr. Fatai Taiye Adeyemi, described the forum as a valuable platform for knowledge transfer, team building, and strategic alignment. He emphasized his commitment to an open-door policy, promoting transparent communication and collaborative problem-solving.

“This retreat marks a new chapter in how we operate,” he stated. “It provides an opportunity to share experiences, strengthen our teamwork, and recommit to our shared mission of delivering maritime excellence.”

The retreat concluded on a high note, leaving participants with a renewed sense of purpose, unity, and commitment to driving NIMASA’s operations to greater heights.