The Special Adviser on Media to the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Bolaji Akinola, has announced that the Minister is committed to transforming Nigeria’s maritime sector for enhanced economic benefits.
Dr. Akinola made this known during the official commissioning of the National Secretariat of the Shipping Correspondents Association of Nigeria (SCAN) held on Wednesday in Lagos.
He stated that the Minister has laid the necessary groundwork to ensure the optimal exploitation of the vast resources within the marine and blue economy sector.
“The Minister means very well for the industry. He is hardworking, focused, and determined.
He knows what he wants to achieve and is steadily working towards unlocking the sector’s potential for the benefit of all Nigerians,” Akinola said.
He also commended the media for their ongoing support and emphasised the Ministry’s commitment to transparent and timely dissemination of information to keep stakeholders informed about developments in the sector.
Applauding SCAN’s leadership under President Moses Ebosele, Akinola urged members to rally behind the executive team to strengthen the association.
In her remarks, the Assistant Director of Public Relations at the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Rebecca Adamu — represented by Adeyemi Olaolu — commended SCAN members for their objective journalism and contributions to industry growth.
Also speaking, the Head of Public Relations at the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Edward Osagie — represented by Francis Ulor — acknowledged the role of SCAN in the sector’s advancement and called for continued collaboration.
Group Head of Corporate Communications at Sifax Group, Muyiwa Akande, reiterated the company’s commitment to maintaining strong media relations. He expressed appreciation to journalists for their consistent support of the firm and the broader industry.
In his remarks, SCAN President Moses Ebosele described the newly commissioned secretariat as a hub for engaging stakeholders, discussing critical industry issues, and fostering collaborative solutions through roundtable discussions.
He reaffirmed the association’s dedication to ethical journalism and urged stakeholders to work closely with SCAN members to address challenges in the maritime sector.
Ebosele also thanked Akinola for his unwavering support and assured continued cooperation with the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy in its efforts to reform and revitalise the industry.
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