A former Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Ade Dosunmu, has called for Nigeria to urgently leverage the Blue Economy to diversify its economic base and reduce dependence on hydrocarbons.
Speaking on Wednesday at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) in Kuru, Jos, during a lecture titled “Blue Economy and Economic Diversification: Opportunities and Challenges” for participants of the Senior Executive Course 47, 2025, Dosunmu highlighted the sector’s potential to drive sustainable growth and job creation.
He outlined the Blue Economy’s capacity to bolster national revenue through strategic reforms, robust policies, and enhanced collaboration among stakeholders. However, he cautioned that challenges such as regulatory gaps, environmental threats, and limited capacity must be addressed to unlock these opportunities.
“The Blue Economy offers a timely solution to Nigeria’s over-reliance on hydrocarbon resources,” Dosunmu said. “With the right policies and partnerships, it can secure a prosperous future for our nation.”
The lecture formed part of a broader programme, including discussions on Foreign Direct Investment, Sustainable Coastal Tourism, and Fisheries and Aquaculture within Nigeria’s Blue Economy.
NIPSS, Nigeria’s premier policy think-tank, is dedicated to developing high-level leaders and policymakers to advance national development strategies.
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